Of, or relating to, the dynasty established by Charles [Martel] (The Hammer), which superseded Merovignian rule of the Franks in the 8th century, and which reached its zenith in 800 with [Charlemagnes] coronation as Holy Roman Emperor. Members of this imperial family are termed Carolingians.

In the manner of, or pertaining to, a certain dread debauchee known as Charles, who by turns fosters utter libertinism and personal betterment among his [coterie] of misfit peers (or, in generous terms, friends).