Meaning & use
monarch
A sovereign head of state, such as a king, queen, or emperor, who typically holds the position for life or by inheritance.
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The monarch opened Parliament with a traditional speech from the throne.
Portraits of past monarchs lined the walls of the ancient palace.
A note on using this word
Monarch is also the common name of a well-known orange and black butterfly species, unrelated to royalty.
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