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Crown

UK /["/kraʊn/"]/US /["/kraʊn/"]/

Definition

an object in the shape of a circle, usually made of gold and precious stones, that a king or queen wears on his or her head on official occasions

In simple words: A circular decoration worn on the head by kings and queens.

Examples

  • The king wore a golden crown studded with jewels during the ceremony.
  • She placed the crown carefully on the statue's head as part of the decoration.
  • The dentist explained that the damaged tooth would need a crown to protect it.
  • After the root canal, the dentist fitted a crown to restore the tooth's shape and function.
  • The mountain's peak was referred to as the crown of the range due to its height.
  • The flower's petals formed a crown around the central stem, providing a striking display.

Usage notes

Use 'crown' to refer specifically to royal headgear or metaphorically for achievement (e.g., 'the crown of success'). It's less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'crown' as a 'circular' jewel that 'crowns' a ruler.

Collocations

  • gold
  • wear
  • place
  • put on
  • serve
  • Crown Court
  • jewels
  • colony
  • imperial
  • royal
  • offer somebody
  • accept
  • refuse
  • pass
  • heavyweight
  • Olympic
  • world
  • capture
  • claim
  • take

Synonyms

  • cap (6)

Antonyms

  • base
  • commoner

Common mistakes

  • Using 'crowns' to describe a singular crown.
  • Confusing 'crown' with 'throne' (they are different objects).
  • Using 'crown' in plural when talking about a single king or queen.