1. ceremonies in which crowns are placed on the heads of new monarchs

Examples

• The coronations of British monarchs traditionally take place at Westminster Abbey.
• Television broadcasts of royal coronations attract millions of viewers worldwide.
• Medieval coronations were elaborate ceremonies that could last for days.
• The museum displays artifacts from various European coronations throughout history.
• Coronations serve to legitimize a ruler’s authority in the eyes of the people.
• The cost of modern coronations often sparks public debate about royal spending.