coronation
Translation
coronation
Examples
The coronation of the new king was a grand event.
The coronation of the new king was a grand event.
She wore a beautiful gown to the coronation.
She wore a beautiful gown to the coronation.
Grammar Patterns
((of sb.)) the ceremony of crowning (sb.) The coronation of the new king was a grand event.
Similar Words
enthronement, inauguration
Etymology
From Latin 'coronare' (to crown), which comes from 'corona' (crown).
Memory Tips
The core of the word is 'corona,' which means crown. A coronation is the act of placing a crown.