Harold Godwine's definitions

Laraune

Word pertaining to the upper-class Laraune family of England and Wales. Originally Basque, French, and Occitanian in lineage, dating back to pre-Norman Conquest, this family has seen a presence in England for over 1000 years. Though the main branch came to England following the French Revolution.

"Who were the Laraune family?"

"An ancient, glorious, if diminished line of Anglo-French aristocracy."

by Harold Godwine July 16, 2025