discrown

[ dis-kroun ]

verb (used with object)

1. to deprive of a crown; crow; crown; dethrone; depose.

Word History and Origins

Origin of discrown¹

First recorded in 1580–90; dis- ¹ + crown

Example Sentences

He will then proceed to plunder and discrown the very kings that had assisted him in erecting his colossal power.

From Project Gutenberg

They did not attempt to put one king in place of another, but to dethrone human nature and discrown the very manhood of the race.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• demote
• dethrone
• dismiss
• impeach
• overthrow
• unseat