princess

[ˈprɪnsɛs]

princess Definition

a female member of a royal family, especially a daughter or granddaughter of a king or queen.

Using princess: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "princess" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The princess waved to the crowd from the balcony.

  • Example

    The young princess was known for her beauty and grace.

  • Example

    The princess is next in line for the throne.

  • Example

    The princess wore a stunning gown to the ball.

princess Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for princess

Idioms Using princess

  • a term used to describe someone who acts entitled or spoiled, often due to being overly pampered or privileged

    Example

    Her parents' wealth and status have given her a bit of a princess syndrome.

  • a reference to a fairy tale about a princess who is so sensitive that she can feel a single pea under a pile of mattresses, used to describe someone who is overly sensitive or fussy

    Example

    She's like the princess and the pea, always complaining about the slightest discomfort.

  • a small, dainty wave, often associated with royalty or pageantry

    Example

    She gave a princess wave to the crowd as she rode by in the parade.

Phrases with princess

  • a female equivalent of 'prince charming', a perfect or ideal partner

    Example

    She's still waiting for her princess charming to sweep her off her feet.

  • a style of diamond cut that has a square or rectangular shape with pointed corners

    Example

    The engagement ring had a beautiful princess cut diamond.

  • a formal dress that is typically long and flowing, often worn by young girls for special occasions

    Example

    The little girl looked like a princess in her pink princess dress.

Origins of princess

from Old French 'princesse', feminine of 'prince'

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Summary: princess in Brief

A 'princess' [ˈprɪnsɛs] is a female member of a royal family, particularly a daughter or granddaughter of a king or queen. It is often associated with grace, beauty, and elegance, as in 'The young princess was known for her beauty and grace.' The term extends into phrases like 'princess charming,' 'princess cut,' and 'princess dress,' and idioms like 'princess syndrome,' denoting entitlement, and 'princess and the pea,' referring to sensitivity.

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