Synonyms

crown prince

American

noun

a male heir apparent to a throne.

crown prince British

noun

the male heir to a sovereign throne

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Etymology

Origin of crown prince

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

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The crown prince was personally involved with many projects, particularly Neom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"There's no real contender, no crown prince within the party, so the current situation will increase internal power struggles," suggested Christine Cordsen, political analyst at public broadcaster DR.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Although the crown princess stayed away from the trial, the timing of her interview indicates she and the crown prince were waiting for proceedings to come to an end before going public.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

He was born before his mother married Norway's crown prince in 2001, and grew up within the royal family without being a member of it.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Sansa, two years older, drew the crown prince, Joffrey Baratheon.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin

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