crown

[kraʊn]

crown Definition

• 1. a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority, usually made of or decorated with precious metals and jewels
• 2. the top part of a person's head, including the hair
• 3. a reward or distinction received for an achievement

Using crown: Examples

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

• Example

  The queen's crown was encrusted with diamonds and rubies.

• Example

  He has a full head of thick, curly hair on his crown.

• Example

  She won the crown in the beauty pageant.

• Example

  The team was crowned champions after winning the final game.

crown Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for crown

• coronet
• diadem
• tiara
• top
• reward
• prize
• award
• head

Antonyms for crown

• base
• bottom

Idioms Using crown

• to crown it all

  used to emphasize the final and often unexpected event in a series of events

  Example

  I had a terrible day at work, my car broke down, and to crown it all, I lost my wallet.

• to wear the crown

  to be the best or most successful in a particular activity or field

  Example

  After winning the championship, they can now wear the crown as the best team in the league.

• to crown someone king/queen

  to declare someone the winner or champion of a competition or contest

  Example

  After winning the final match, they crowned him the king of the tournament.

Phrases with crown

• crown jewels

  the regalia worn by a monarch during a coronation ceremony, including the crown, scepter, and orb

  Example

  The crown jewels are kept in the Tower of London.

• crown of thorns

  a mock crown made of thorn branches that was placed on Jesus Christ's head before his crucifixion

  Example

  The painting depicts Jesus wearing a crown of thorns.

• crown prince/princess

  the heir to a monarchy

  Example

  The crown prince is next in line for the throne.

Origins of crown

from Old English 'crūn', meaning 'royal crown'

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Summary: crown in Brief

The term 'crown' [kraʊn] refers to a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch, the top part of a person's head, or a reward for an achievement. Examples include 'The queen's crown was encrusted with diamonds and rubies,' 'He has a full head of thick, curly hair on his crown,' and 'She won the crown in the beauty pageant.' Phrases like 'crown jewels' and idioms like 'to wear the crown' extend the term's meaning.