king

US /kɪŋ/
UK /kɪŋ/
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1.

the male ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by right of birth

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The king addressed his subjects from the balcony.
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He was crowned king at a young age.
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monarchsovereignruleremperorpotentate
2.

the most important or best person or thing in a specified sphere

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He's the king of rock and roll.
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New York is the king of cities.
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leadermasterchampionchiefboss
3.

a chess piece, the most important piece, which the opponent tries to checkmate

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Move your king to safety.
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The opponent's king is in check.
1.

to make (a pawn in chess or checkers) into a king, giving it greater powers

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If you move this pawn to the end, you can king it.
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She managed to king her last pawn and win the game.
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