Crown
/kraʊn/
Definitions
- (n.) The state in a constitutional monarchy, symbolizing the sovereign's authority and government.
The land was held by the Crown under feudal tenure.
- (n.) The government or the state as represented in criminal prosecutions.
The Crown prosecuted the accused for theft.
Forms
- crowns
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "Crown" often denotes the state or government, especially in Commonwealth jurisdictions, and is distinct from the personal monarch.
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