Word

crown

noun C1

/kɹaʊ̯n/

Meanings

noun

A decorative headpiece worn by a king or queen, symbolizing royal authority.

noun

The top part of something, especially a person’s head or the uppermost part of an object.

verb

To officially name someone the winner or best, often in a ceremony or after a competition.

Definition

A crown is a decorative headpiece worn by a king or queen as a symbol of royal power.

A crown is a special piece of headwear, often made of metal and jewels, worn by a monarch on formal occasions. It represents authority, status, and the institution of monarchy. More generally, the word can also refer to the top part of something, or to the act of officially recognizing someone as the winner or best in a competition.

Examples

The museum displayed a crown that had survived centuries of political upheaval.
I watched as the director placed a simple crown on my head for the final scene.
She wore a paper crown at the party, but she carried it with theatrical confidence.
They will crown a new champion tonight after a grueling five-set match.

Common mistake

Learners sometimes confuse the noun and verb and say “be crown” instead of “be crowned” when talking about someone being named the winner.