coronation
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- precoronation noun
- recoronation noun
Etymology
Origin of coronation
1350–1400; Middle English coronacio ( u ) n < Anglo-French coronation < Latin coronāt ( us ) crowned ( coronate ) + Middle French -ion- -ion
Example Sentences
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The role of Earl Marshal dates from medieval times and has responsibility for arranging state ceremonies, including coronations, state funerals and the state opening of Parliament.
From BBC
His coronation was a public show of his commitment to the Church of England and a service immersed in Christian ritual.
From BBC
Logic dictates that England's role on Saturday will be to simply bear witness to France's title-winning coronation.
From BBC
But amid the coronation for their crosstown rival, Gottlieb was looking for anything that told her this Trojans team could take some punches and also give some back in March.
From Los Angeles Times
MILAN—The women’s hockey Olympic final was supposed to be an American coronation.
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