Perceval

[ pur-suh-vuh l ]

/ ˈpɜr sə vəl /

Spencer,1762–1812, British statesman: prime minister 1809–12.

Arthurian Romance. Percival.

Example sentences from the Web for perceval

From the description he recognised Mr. Perceval, with whom he was at enmity.

The Book of Dreams and Ghosts |Andrew Lang
Moreover, the flattery of the Queen, and the adhesion to him of his brothers, who wished for the The Perceval ministry continued.

A History of England, Period III. |Rev. J. Franck Bright
All he can do for Perceval is to give him a letter which heals the wounded and makes the wearer invincible.

Studies on the Legend of the Holy Grail |Alfred Nutt
Althea did not like Dockett, but Perceval was very fond of him, and generally spoke of him to his friends as "Trip."

Studies in Wives |Marie Belloc Lowndes

When Perceval had pledged his word then the joust began again, and the engagement became general.

Four Arthurian Romances |Chretien DeTroyes

Perceval

/ (ˈpɜːsɪvəl) /

Spencer. 1762–1812, British statesman; prime minister (1809–12); assassinated