nounπShareA bottle of wine (usually Bordeaux) containing 6 liters of fluid, eight times the volume of a standard bottle."For the party, we ordered two imperials of Bordeaux, hoping the large bottles would be enough for all our guests. "drinkfoodamountChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA writing paper size measuring 30 Γ 22 inches, or printing paper measuring 32 Γ 22 inches."The artist preferred to work on imperials because the large paper size allowed for detailed landscape drawings. "stationerywritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA card game differing from piquet in some minor details, and in having a trump.""After learning piquet, my grandfather taught me imperials, explaining the only differences were a few rule tweaks and the addition of a trump suit." "gameentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny of several combinations of cards which score in this game."In the card game, calculating the score can be tricky because the "imperials" β specific card combinations β give you bonus points. "gameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA crown imperial."The garden was bright with tulips, and the tall, stately imperials stood out above all the rest. "royalplantChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA tuft of hair on the lower lip (so called from its use by Napoleon III)."My grandfather has a small, neat imperials beneath his bottom lip, just like the portraits of old emperors. "appearancestylepersonbodyhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA kind of dome, as in Moorish buildings."The Alhambra palace is famous for its intricate tile work and the beautiful imperials that grace its many towers. "architecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn outside seat on a diligence."The travelers vying for the best view paid extra for the imperials on the stagecoach, knowing they'd be exposed to the elements but have an unparalleled perspective. "vehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA variety of green tea.""My grandmother prefers to drink imperials in the afternoon because she finds its flavor more delicate than black tea." "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading