Coronation
ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act or ceremony of investing a monarch with royal authority; the crowning.
ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən
The ceremony of crowning a sovereign or consort.
The preparations for the coronation were extensive.
💡 Simply: It's like a big party to officially make someone a king or queen! There's a fancy ceremony where they get a crown.
👶 For kids: A coronation is when someone becomes a king or queen and gets a special crown!
More Examples
The coronation of the new monarch was a national event.
The jewels used during the coronation were of immense historical value.
How It's Used
"The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was a momentous event."
"The coronation involved religious rituals and the presentation of regalia."
The physical place where a sovereign or consort is crowned.
ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən
The place where a king or queen is crowned.
The coronation hall was adorned with many precious items
💡 Simply: The special spot, like a church or a big hall, where the king or queen gets their crown.
👶 For kids: The special place where the king or queen gets their crown
More Examples
The location for the coronation was chosen with care.
The coronation took place in the historic hall.
How It's Used
"The coronation took place in Westminster Abbey."
"The coronation site was decorated with flags and banners."
Idioms & expressions
Coronation Day
The day of a coronation.
"The Coronation Day celebrations lasted for several days."
From Middle English coronacioun, from Old French coronacion, from Latin coronatio ('crowning'), from corona ('crown').
The word 'coronation' has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the crowning of a monarch.
Memory tip
Think of the crown placed upon the head of a new ruler.
Word Origin
"crown"