Definitions

1. verb

to crown or place a crown on someone or something, typically as a symbol of honor or achievement

“The king decided to coronate his son as the new heir.”

2. verb

to make someone a king or queen, especially in a formal or ceremonial way

“The ceremony will coronate the new monarch on Friday.”

3. verb

to give someone or something a special or honorary title

“The university decided to coronate the scientist with a lifetime achievement award.”

4. noun

the act of crowning or the ceremony of crowning a king or queen

“The coronation ceremony was attended by thousands of people.”