Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
queen
noun
/kwin/
Definition
A queen is a female monarch who is the head of state, typically ruling over a kingdom or an empire.
Examples
- The queen addressed her subjects from the balcony.
- In chess, the queen is the most powerful piece on the board.
- She is seen as the queen of her domain in the tech industry.
Meaning
The term ‘queen’ can also refer to a woman who holds a position of power or authority in a particular field or context.
Synonyms
- monarch
- sovereign
- empress
- ruler
