coronet
Translation
coronet
Examples
The princess wore a delicate silver coronet.
The princess wore a delicate silver coronet.
A coronet is worn by peers and peeresses.
A coronet is worn by peers and peeresses.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) coronet a small crown worn by nobility The duke wore a coronet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diadem, tiara, circlet
Etymology
From Old French 'coronete', diminutive of 'corone' (crown). The '-et' suffix means 'small'.
Memory Tips
A 'coronet' is a 'coron-' (crown) that is small, like a mini-crown. The '-et' ending often means small (e.g., kitchenette).