Prince of Wales

noun phrase

-ˈwālz

: the male heir apparent to the British throne

—used as a title only after it has been specifically conferred by the sovereign

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The Prince of Wales is also participated in some of the sporty activities that the hub has like boxing and foosball — no surprise given his athletic proclivities! —

Janine Henni, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025 William, Prince of Wales, the next in line to the throne, asked to meet a group of Villa supporters for a midweek pint. —

Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025 The Prince of Wales was celebrating his 42nd birthday at the show on June 21, 2024, and met up with Swift backstage beforehand. —

Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024 On Thursday, the Prince of Wales took to the couple’s social media and shared a previously unseen black-and-white portrait of the mother of three. —

Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for Prince of Wales

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Prince of Wales was in the 15th century

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“Prince of Wales.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Prince%20of%20Wales. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.

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