throne

[θroʊn]

throne Definition

• 1. a ceremonial chair for a monarch, bishop, or similar figure
• 2. the position of a king or queen
• 3. a toilet

Using throne: Examples

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

• Example

  The king sat on his throne.

• Example

  She ascended to the throne after her father's death.

• Example

  I need to use the throne.

• Example

  The throne room was decorated with gold and jewels.

throne Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for throne

• seat
• dais
• chair
• royal seat

Phrases with throne

• the Throne

  a term used to refer to the monarchy or the reigning monarch

  Example

  The people were excited to see the new king ascend the Throne.

• take the throne

  to become king or queen

  Example

  After the death of the previous king, his son took the throne.

• on the throne

  sitting on the toilet

  Example

  Excuse me, I need to go sit on the throne.

Origins of throne

from Old English 'thron', meaning 'seat, throne'

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Summary: throne in Brief

The word 'throne' [θroʊn] refers to a ceremonial chair for a monarch or bishop, the position of a king or queen, or a toilet. It is often used in phrases like 'take the throne,' referring to becoming a monarch, and 'on the throne,' meaning sitting on the toilet.