Added 9 October 2026
crowning
/ˈkɹaʊnɪŋ/ adjective
adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about crowning at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Representing a level of the highest possible achievement or attainment.
the crowning accomplishment of his career
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Forming or providing a crown or summit.
the crowning star on a Christmas tree
Origin
From Middle English crowninge, crounende, equivalent to crown + -ing.
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