Royal

(roi'ǎl.) [From O. Fr. roy, a king.] (Manuf.) A large-sized paper, commonly 20 × 25 inches.-(Pl.) Small sails extended just above the top -gallant sails, and used in light winds.-(Mil.) In England, the distinctive appellation given to the first regiment of infantry of the line.-R. Academy of London, a corporation instituted in 1768, for the advancement of the fine arts, especially painting, sculpture, and engraving. It is composed of 40 artists, called Royal Academicians, 18 called A ociate Royal Academicians, 6 a ociate engravers, and several honorary members.- Royal blue. [Fr. bleu de roi.) (Paint.) A rich blue obtained from sm alt, and employed in enamelling and portrait-painting. It was first used in the royal porcelain manufactory at Sèvres, France.-R. Society, a society incorporated by Charles II. of England, 1662-3, for the advancement of science and the promotion of natural [s. 781]