as in crown
a decorative band or wreath worn about the head as a symbol of victory or honor the prince wore a small gold coronet to denote his rank

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Recent Examples of coronet The lords and ladies in attendance will not wear their red robes and coronets, but business suits and dresses. William Booth, Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2023 Camilla, meanwhile, wore her own massive coronet, Queen Mary’s Crown, created by Garrard for Queen Mary’s coronation in 1911. Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 8 May 2023 During today's ceremony, there's a chance Kate could wear a coronet, which is a smaller headpiece typically worn during coronations. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 7 May 2023 To the coronation of King Charles, Alexandra was not in a coronet, wore her Order of the Garter robes. Town & Country, 7 May 2023 See All Example Sentences for coronet
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Noun
  • There are also daily group activities such as a coconut palm weaving class, shell crafting, or a flower crown weaving session.
    Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
  • These features give the appearance of a rounded crown and broad brim of a sombrero, for which the galaxy is named, according to a statement from NASA.
    Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • He’s shown wearing chest armor and a pearl diadem.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024
  • There’s a diadem and necklace with stars set with diamonds commissioned by Queen D. Maria Pia.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Easter pastel vine and egg garland: on sale for $12.49 (50% off) Original price: $24.99 Hang this six-foot beautiful Easter garland across your fireplace mantel for an elegant pop of color.
    Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The blue-skinned figure, draped in necklaces and garlands, appears to be playing with an orange scarf, while four cows gaze up from below his feet.
    Alicia Ault, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Mar. 2025

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“Coronet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coronet. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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