noun
Uncommon
consort
KON-sawt
Consort (noun) means the husband or wife of a reigning monarch. Example: “The queen consort attended the ceremony alongside the king.”
noun
1
The husband or wife of a reigning monarch.
"The queen consort attended the ceremony alongside the king."
2
A companion or partner, especially one who regularly accompanies someone of high status.
"He arrived at the gala with his consort."
verb
1
To spend time in the company of someone, often with a suggestion of disapproval.
"He was warned about consorting with known criminals."
How to use consort
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA monarch's spouse, or (as a verb) to keep company with someone.
Common pairings
prince consort
queen consort
consort with
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Word forms
- Plural
- consorts
- Third person singular
- consorts
- Past tense
- consorted
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Etymology
From Middle French, ultimately from Latin consors, "partner, one who shares a common lot."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “consort” mean?
The word “consort” means the husband or wife of a reigning monarch. In plain terms, a monarch's spouse, or (as a verb) to keep company with someone.
How do you pronounce “consort”?
“Consort” is pronounced KON-sawt (/ˈkɑnsɔɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “consort” in a sentence?
Here is “consort” used in a sentence: “The queen consort attended the ceremony alongside the king.”
What is another word for “consort”?
Words with a similar meaning to “consort” include companion and escort.
What part of speech is “consort”?
Depending on how it is used, “consort” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “consort” come from?
The word “consort” comes from Latin. From Middle French, ultimately from Latin consors, "partner, one who shares a common lot.".
Is “consort” a common word?
“Consort” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “consort” have?
“Consort” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the husband or wife of a reigning monarch.
