1. plural of princess; daughters of kings or queens, or wives of princes
2. plural of princess; women who hold the rank of princess in their own right
3. plural of princess; women who are treated as if they are very special or privileged
Usage: informal

Examples

• The two princesses attended the royal wedding ceremony.
• Disney movies often feature brave princesses who save their kingdoms.
• The princesses wore beautiful gowns to the state dinner.
• Both princesses studied at prestigious universities abroad.
• The fairy tale told of three princesses who lived in a castle.
• Some people criticized the wealthy girls for acting like princesses.
• The princesses participated in many charitable events throughout the year.