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Jacobean

Pronunciation: /ˌdʒakəˈbiːən/

Definition of Jacobean

adjective

relating to the reign of James I of England:a Jacobean mansion
denoting the architectural style prevalent during the reign of James I, consisting of a blend of Gothic and classical features.
(of furniture) in the style prevalent during the reign of James I, characterized by the use of dark oak.

noun

a person who lived in the Jacobean period.

Origin:

mid 19th century (in use earlier with reference to St James): from modern Latin Jacobaeus (from ecclesiastical Latin Jacobus 'James', from Greek Iakōbos 'Jacob') + -an