Coronation: meaning, definitions and examples

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coronation

 

[ หŒkษ”หrษ™หˆneษชสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

royal event

A coronation is a ceremony marking the formal investiture of a monarch with regal power. It often involves elaborate rituals, including the crowning and the anointing of the sovereign, symbolizing their authority and the beginning of their reign.

Synonyms

crowning, enthronement, inauguration.

Examples of usage

  • The coronation of King Charles III was a historic event.
  • The royal family gathered to witness the coronation.
  • Crowds lined the streets to celebrate the coronation ceremony.

Translations

Translations of the word "coronation" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น coroaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคพเคœเคคเคฟเคฒเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Krรถnung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penobatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพั€ะพะฝะฐั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ koronacja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆˆดๅ† ๅผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท couronnement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ coronaciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท taรง giyme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฆ‰์œ„์‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุชูˆูŠุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ korunovace

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ korunovรกcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŠ ๅ†•ไปชๅผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kronanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรฝning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐา›า›ะฐ ะพั‚ั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒแƒœแƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tacqoyma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ coronaciรณn

Etymology

The word 'coronation' comes from the Latin 'coronatio', which means 'to crown'. The roots of this word can be traced back to 'corona', meaning 'crown' in Latin, which itself derives from the Greek 'korลnฤ“', referring to a garland or crown. Historically, coronations have been important ceremonies in many cultures, often tied to religious rituals and traditions, symbolizing the divine right or blessing of the ruler. The practice dates back to ancient times, where rulers were often anointed in various forms as a sign of their ascension to power. In medieval Europe, the coronation ceremony became highly formalized, reflecting not only the individual monarch's authority but also the legitimacy granted by the Church. Throughout history, coronations have evolved in their significance and ritual components, adapting to cultural changes while retaining their fundamental meaning as a celebration of royal authority.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,460, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.