crown
krown
Crown (noun) means an ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power. Example: “The new king wore the crown for the first time at his coronation.”
noun
1
An ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power.
"The new king wore the crown for the first time at his coronation."
"The museum keeps an old golden crown behind thick glass in the main hall."
"In the story, the princess found the lost crown hidden in a cellar."
2
The topmost part of something, such as the head, a hat, or a hill.
"A bald patch was spreading across the crown of his head."
"The house sat near the crown of the hill."
"Snow had settled on the crown of the old oak tree."
3
An artificial cap fitted over a damaged tooth.
"The dentist fitted a porcelain crown over the cracked molar."
"I need a new crown because my old tooth cracked while I was eating."
"The crown felt strange at first, but I soon got used to it."
verb
1
To formally place a crown on someone, making them monarch.
"She was crowned queen in a ceremony watched by millions."
"Tradition says the bishop will crown the new king inside the cathedral."
"The prince was crowned in front of a quiet, respectful crowd."
2
To form the finishing, topmost achievement of something.
"The victory crowned an incredible season for the team."
"A perfect final performance crowned her years of hard work in the theatre."
"The beautiful cake crowned a wonderful evening with family and friends."
How to use crown
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe royal headpiece, the top of anything, a dental cap, or to top something off/officially make someone ruler.
Common pairings
wear the crown
crown of the head
crowning achievement
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Word forms
- Plural
- crowns
- Third person singular
- crowns
- Past tense
- crowned
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Etymology
From Latin corona ("wreath, crown"), by way of Old French — the same root behind "corona" and "coronation."
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What does “crown” mean?
The word “crown” means an ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power. In plain terms, the royal headpiece, the top of anything, a dental cap, or to top something off/officially make someone ruler.
How do you pronounce “crown”?
“Crown” is pronounced krown (/kɹaʊ̯n/ in IPA).
How do you use “crown” in a sentence?
Here is “crown” used in a sentence: “The new king wore the crown for the first time at his coronation.”
What part of speech is “crown”?
Depending on how it is used, “crown” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “crown” come from?
The word “crown” comes from Latin. From Latin corona ("wreath, crown"), by way of Old French — the same root behind "corona" and "coronation.".
Is “crown” a common word?
“Crown” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “crown” have?
“Crown” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power.
What is the difference between a crown and a tiara?
A crown is a full circular headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of sovereign power and authority. A tiara is a smaller, semi-circular ornament, usually decorative and often worn by women at formal occasions. The key difference is meaning: a crown signals the right to rule, while a tiara is purely ornamental.
What is the difference between a crown and a coronet?
Both are royal or noble headpieces, but rank sets them apart. A crown is worn by a reigning monarch — a king or queen — as the emblem of supreme power. A coronet is a smaller crown worn by members of the nobility, such as princes, dukes, or earls, who rank below the sovereign.
What does a crown symbolize?
A crown symbolizes royal power, authority, and the legitimate right to rule. Placed on a monarch's head during a coronation, it represents the responsibilities of the throne and the continuity of the state. Beyond royalty, the word is used figuratively for victory or the highest achievement, as in winning a sporting crown.
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