English

throne

θroʊn, [tɹoʊn], [θɹoʊn], [θɹəʊn]
Meaning: a ceremonial chair for a monarch
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: [tɹoʊn], [θɹoʊn], [θɹəʊn]

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Example sentences

The king sat on his golden throne in the center of the hall.
The king sat on his golden throne in the center of the hall.
The aging king finally decided to relinquish his throne to his daughter.
The aging king finally decided to relinquish his throne to his daughter.
He decided to renounce his claim to the throne.
He decided to renounce his claim to the throne.
Many nobles rejected the pretender to the throne.
Many nobles rejected the pretender to the throne.

Usage Notes

Used to denote both the physical seat and sovereign power.

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