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Crown

Verb / kraʊn / Another word for crown — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority and sovereignty, usually made of precious metals and jewels

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Common collocations

  • wear a crown
  • royal crown
  • crown jewels
  • crown prince
  • crown of thorns
  • crown of victory
  • hair crown
  • crown of the head

Word family

noun crown
verb crown
adjective crowned

Usage note

The word 'crown' can refer to a literal headdress worn by royalty or a metaphorical symbol of power or achievement. It can also refer to the top part of something, like the head or a tooth.

Example sentences

  1. The king's crown was so heavy, he could barely hold his head up.
  2. The queen's crown was made of gold and encrusted with diamonds.
  3. The prince wore a small crown on his head for the parade.
  4. The crown jewels are kept in a very secure vault.
  5. The crown was passed down from generation to generation in the royal family.

Quotes

  • A crown, if it hurts us, is not worth wearing. - Pearl Bailey
  • I have a theory that every time you make an important choice, the part of you left behind continues the other life you could have had. - Jeanette Winterson
  • A crown is merely a hat that lets the rain in. - Frederick the Great

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