noun
- plural of prince; male members of a royal family, especially sons of a king or queen
- plural of prince; male rulers of small states or territories
Examples
- The two princes attended the royal ceremony together.
- Many European princes ruled small duchies in the Middle Ages.
- The princes were educated by private tutors in the palace.
- Several princes from different kingdoms gathered for the summit.
- The fairy tale featured three princes competing for the princess’s hand.
- Young princes often served as military commanders in their father’s armies.