Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crown-princess
noun
/ˈkraʊn ˌprɪnsəs/

Definition
The daughter of a reigning king or queen who is first in line to inherit the throne.

Examples
- The crown-princess attended the royal gala in an exquisite gown.
- As crown-princess, she had to prepare for her future responsibilities from a young age.
- The announcement of the crown-princess’s engagement thrilled the nation.

Meaning
A crown-princess is positioned to eventually become queen, assuming her parents are the reigning monarchs, and she is the primary heir to the crown.

Synonyms
- heir apparent
- princess
- royal heir