Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

czarina

noun

/zɑːˈriː.nə/

Definition

The emperor’s wife or female ruler in Russia, specifically the wife of a czar.

Examples

The last czarina of Russia was Alexandra Feodorovna, who was married to Nicholas II.
During her reign, the czarina took part in numerous charitable endeavors.
The czarina was known for her strong influence over the czar’s decisions.

Meaning

A czarina is a title traditionally given to the wife of a czar, the sovereign ruler of Russia. This title reflects her status as a queen or empress in a historical context.