Definition of «queen»

The term "Queen" has several meanings depending on its context.

1) In chess, a queen is one of the pieces on the board that can move in any direction along ranks and files.

2) In entomology, a queen is a female insect that lays eggs.

3) In monarchy, a Queen is the wife or widow of a king, and holds the title of queen consort.

4) In the world of bees, a queen is a fertile female honeybee who lays all the eggs in a colony.

5) Lastly, "Queen" can also refer to a woman who is the best or most skilled at something, especially if that thing is typically associated with men (such as playing chess or being a successful businesswoman).

Usage examples

  1. The queen appeared on the balcony and waved to the cheering crowd.
  2. The queen wore a stunning gown adorned with diamonds and pearls.
  3. Elizabeth II is known as the longest-reigning queen in British history.
  4. The chess player strategically positioned the queen to control the center of the board.
  5. The ant colony is led by a queen who lays all the eggs.
  6. The queen of hearts is one of the cards in a deck of playing cards.
  7. The queen bee is responsible for keeping the hive organized and reproducing.
  8. The beauty queen won the pageant with her grace, elegance, and intelligence.
  9. The queen of a colony in social insects, such as termites, is responsible for maintaining order and reproduction.
  10. The fairy tale featured a wicked queen who was jealous of Snow White's beauty.

Sentences with «queen»

  • Still, the company and its investors are grappling with the reality that being the No. 1 mall owner may soon be analogous to reigning as queen of the compact disc. (fortune.com)
  • By night the day - bed area transforms into a separate fully enclosed compact sleeping area with full size queen bed. (alluxia.com)
  • Three master bedrooms come with a large king bed and breathtaking ocean views, while three other rooms are equipped with a pair of queen size beds and views of the tropical gardens. (luxuryretreats.com)
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