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princess

n. countable
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈpɹɪnsɛs// princess Archaic General-service Vulgar

n. a female member of a royal family, such as the daughter of a king or queen. It can also be the title for the wife of a prince.

n. a female member of a royal house; specifically the daughter of a monarch or the consort of a prince. When used as a formal title, it is typically capitalised and precedes the individual's name.


SIMPLE

The princess waved to the crowd from the balcony.

CONTEXTUAL

After the king died, the princess took on more official duties to support her mother.

COMPLEX

Historical accounts suggest the princess exercised significant political influence behind the scenes, despite having no formal seat on the royal council.

Usage

When used as a title before a name, it is a proper noun and should be capitalised.

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