Maximilian

[mak-suh-mil-yuhn]

noun

1. 1832–67, archduke of Austria: emperor of Mexico 1864–67.

2. a male given name.

Maximilian

/ ˌmæksɪˈmɪlɪən /

noun

1. full name Ferdinand Maximilian Joseph. 1832–67, archduke of Austria and emperor of Mexico (1864–67). After the French had partially conquered Mexico, he was offered the throne but was defeated and shot by the Mexicans under Juárez

Example Sentences

Brentford have had an offer of about £45m for 22-year-old Germany forward Maximilian Beier rejected by Borussia Dortmund.

From BBC

Liverpool to make £130 offer for Alexander Isak, Rasmus Hojlund nears Napoli move, Brentford's Maximilian Beier bid rejected and Oleksandr Zinchenko could be on his way out of Arsenal.

From BBC

The German Chinese dual national, identified only as Jian G - in line with German privacy rules - was an assistant to AfD politician Maximilian Krah.

From BBC

The trial is expected to last until late September and reports in the German media say Maximilian Krah has been called to appear as a witness.

From BBC

Under Chew-Bose’s direction and cinematographer Maximilian Pittner’s singular eye, we are allowed to appreciate the tranquility of existence.

From Salon