Meaning & Definition of Throne in English
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Throne
/θroʊn/
noun
1. The chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
- "The king sat on his throne"
synonym:
- throne
2. A plumbing fixture for defecation and urination
synonym:
- toilet,
- can,
- commode,
- crapper,
- pot,
- potty,
- stool,
- throne
3. The position and power of an exalted person (a sovereign or bishop) who is entitled to sit in a chair of state on ceremonial occasions
synonym:
- throne
verb
1. Sit on the throne as a ruler
synonym:
- throne
2. Put a monarch on the throne
- "The queen was enthroned more than 50 years ago"
synonym:
- enthrone,
- throne
Examples of using
The king's eldest son is the heir to the throne.
One king after another succeeded to the throne during those few years.
Which prince is the legitimate heir to the throne?