Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

beauty-queen

noun

/ˈbjuːti kwiːn/

Definition

A woman who has won a competition judged on her physical appearance, typically focused on beauty, poise, and personality.

Examples

She was crowned the beauty queen of the local pageant last weekend.
Beauty queens often participate in charity events to promote good causes.
Many beauty queens pursue careers in modeling and entertainment after their titles.

Meaning

The term ‘beauty queen’ refers to a female titleholder who is recognized for her beauty in various contests, often including talent and intelligence in the judging criteria.