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    Couronne (en. Crown)

    /kuʁɔn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An object shaped like a ring worn by a king or queen.
    The king's crown shone under the lights.
    La couronne du roi brillait sous les lumières.
    A building surrounded by relief, often used in religious images.
    The crown of thorns symbolizes the suffering of Christ.
    La couronne d'épines symbolise la souffrance du Christ.
    An award given in recognition of an accomplishment.
    She won the crown for the best student of the year.
    Elle a remporté la couronne de la meilleure élève de l'année.
    The ornament that symbolizes military victories.
    The laurel crown was worn by the victorious general.
    La couronne de laurier était portée par le général victorieux.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'corona', meaning 'crown' or 'halo'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put on the crown
    To obtain a leadership or power position.
    mettre la couronne
    laurel crown
    Symbol of victory or success.
    couronne de laurier
    crown of thorns
    Symbol of suffering and sacrifice.
    couronne d'épines

    Related Words

    king
    Sovereign male ruler of a kingdom.
    roi
    queen
    Sovereign female ruler, often the wife of a king.
    reine
    coronation
    Official ceremony for the inauguration of a king or queen.
    couronnement

    Slang Meanings

    To have influence or respect in a group.
    He really has his crown in that group of friends.
    Il a bien sa couronne dans cette bande d'amis.
    To be at the top of something.
    After his victory, he felt truly on top.
    Après sa victoire, il se sentait vraiment en couronne.