King's speech

American  

noun

1. (in the British Parliament) a speech reviewing domestic conditions and foreign relations, prepared by the ministry in the name of the sovereign, and read at the opening of the Parliament either by the sovereign in person or by commission.

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King's speech British  

noun

1. (in Britain and the Commonwealth when the sovereign is male) another name for speech from the throne

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Example Sentences

The King's Speech has been pencilled in for May 12 or 13 next year, the BBC has been told, just days after elections across Britain on 7 May.

From BBC

The King's Speech is part of the state opening of Parliament, a ceremonial event marking the start of a parliamentary session, which typically lasts for a year but can run for much longer.

From BBC

Cabinet ministers began the process of formally "bidding" for legislation they want to be included in the King's Speech around early October.

From BBC

It's likely that some of the King's speech will be delivered in German.

From BBC

She urged the government to "show that the price cap is a priority by including the necessary legislation in the King's Speech".

From BBC