Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
king
noun
/kɪŋ/
Definition
A king is a male monarch who rules a kingdom.
Examples
- The king addressed his subjects from the balcony.
- In fairy tales, the king often grants wishes to those in need.
- He was crowned king during a grand ceremony.
Meaning
The term refers to a male sovereign, often the highest authority in a country or a territory, typically inherited through royal lineage.
Synonyms
- monarch
- sovereign
- ruler
- emperor
- lord
