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Plural for a circular ornamental headdress, typically worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority
“The king wore a gold crown encrusted with precious stones and pearls.”
Plural for the top or highest point of something, literally or figuratively
“When he reached the crown of the hill, the guard shouted out to him.”
Plural for an award or distinction gained by a victory or achievement, especially in sport
“He said the Zambian squad was ready to wrestle the title from defending champions South Africa who won the crown in 1999.”
Plural for the monarchy or reigning monarch
“It rang a true note in the hearts of millions of still loyal servants of the Crown.”
Plural for the upper part of the human or animal body, separated by a neck
Plural for a circular motion, or a circle described by a moving body
Plural for a competitive event
Plural for a decorative element applied at the topmost part of the wall of a room, as with a crown moulding
Plural for the crown or uppermost branches of a tree
Plural for the currency of Iceland, Denmark (including Greenland and the Faroe Islands) and Norway, divided into 100 øre, except in Iceland where 1 króna = 100 aurar
(now literary) Plural for a reward, prize or recompense for a service
Plural for a growth of skin or flesh on the head of a bird or other animal
Plural for a decorative covering or ornament worn on the head
Plural for paraphernalia indicative of royalty or any other sovereign status
Plural for the basis or essence of something
Plural for a branched, often ornate, lighting fixture suspended from the ceiling
Plural for a monarchy
Plural for the external covering at the top of a building
Plural for a circle of light shown around or above the head of a saint or holy person to represent their holiness
Plural for a state that has a monarch
To install someone (ceremoniously) in a given position, especially as a monarch
“The secret document requested the electors to crown him as King of the Romans and Emperor.”
To rest on, or form the top of
“If no ancient fortresses, no ruined convents, crown the tops of its hills, it is because the peaceful vales beneath have never owned the sway of feudal or monastic tyrants.”
To finish off, especially in a memorable or satisfying fashion
“Cohen also ended up as the Premier League top scorer to crown a most memorable season.”
To hit or strike, especially on the head
“She spoke in a chipper tone that belied her bodily urge to crown him with that whiskey bottle.”
To place something over or upon, as to conceal or protect
To (officially) appoint someone in a given position
To envelop completely and hide from view
To cover with a layer
To improve in accuracy, delicacy, or excellence
To decorate with a garland
To surpass or be superior to
To bestow an award or prize for merit or achievement
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