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Meaning of Queen
The primary meaning of the word "Queen" is a female monarch, typically the wife or widow of a king.
Definitions
- A woman holding the highest rank in a country or state, especially one who has inherited the position
- * A woman considered to be the most important or most talented in a particular field or activity
- * A piece in the game of chess that can move in any direction along a rank, file, or diagonal
Etymology of Queen
The word "Queen" originates from Old English "cwen", meaning "queen" or "wife", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "kweniz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "gwen-", meaning "woman"
The term has been used in the English language since the 9th century, initially to refer to the wife of a king, and later to denote a female monarch in her own right
Example Uses
- The queen of England was known for her wisdom and diplomacy
- * She was the queen of the dance floor, with her impressive moves and style
- * The chess player sacrificed her queen to put her opponent's king in check
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
commoner
subject
servant
slave
subordinate
vassal
peasant
serf
inferior
junior
subordinate
deputy
assistant
attendant
lady-in-waiting
maid
servant girl