king

US /kɪŋ/

UK /kɪŋ/

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noun

  • Person considered the best or top at something
  • Playing card with the image of a king on it
  • Key piece in the game of chess
  • A male ruler of a country who usually inherits their position.
  • Royal male ruler of a country
  • Person's name

Examples

the King of Spain

the king's decision to abdicate