crowning

American  

[krou-ning] / ˈkraʊ nɪŋ /

adjective

1. representing a level of surpassing achievement, attainment, etc.; supreme.

   crowning accomplishment.

2. forming or providing a crown, crow, crown, top, or summit.

   a crowning star on a Christmas tree.

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crowning British  

/ ˈkraʊnɪŋ /

noun

1. obstetrics the stage of labour when the infant's head is passing through the vaginal opening

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Etymology

Origin of crowning

crown + -ing ²

Example Sentences

The World Darts Championship in London is close to crowning its latest champion, as the sport traditionally played in British pubs enjoys surging interest thanks to rising star Luke Littler.

From Barron's

The pair have now worked together for more than 20 years, with perhaps their crowning moment coming at the Athens 2004 Games.

From BBC

Online retailer Shein opened its first permanent boutique in a beloved Parisian department store in November, meant to be a crowning moment for the Chinese-founded company, now headquartered in Singapore.

From The Wall Street Journal

But Ellison’s crowning moment was ruined when Netflix swooped in Friday announcing its own blockbuster deal.

From Los Angeles Times

Walt Disney Concert Hall, which was built for and by the Los Angeles Philharmonic and opened in 2003 was, of course, his crowning achievement.

From Los Angeles Times