First Known Use: 15th century
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coronet
noun cor·o·net \ˌkȯr-ə-ˈnet, ˌkär-\
: a small crown
Full Definition of CORONET
1
: a small or lesser crown usually signifying a rank below that of a sovereign
2
: a wreath or band for the head usually for wear by women on formal occasions
3
: the lower part of a horse's pastern where the horn terminates in skin — see horse illustration
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Origin of CORONET
Middle French coronette, from Old French coronete, from corone
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Rhymes with CORONET
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CORONET Defined for Kids
coronet
noun cor·o·net \ˌkȯr-ə-ˈnet\
Definition of CORONET for Kids
1
: a small crown worn by a person of noble but less than royal rank
2
: an ornamental wreath or band worn around the head
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coronet
noun cor·o·net \ˌkȯr-ə-ˈnet, ˌkär-\
Medical Definition of CORONET
: the lower part of a horse's pastern where the horn terminates in skin
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