prince consort

noun

1. a prince who is the husband of a reigning female sovereign.

prince consort

noun

1. the husband of a female sovereign, who is himself a prince

Word History and Origins

Origin of prince consort¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

The Queen and the Prince Consort were among his distinguished patrons.

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The Tomb-house is now in process of decoration as a memorial to the late Prince Consort.

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During each year of their married life the queen and Prince Consort went on some interesting tour.

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He gave "The memory of the great and good Prince Consort," which was drunk in deep silence.

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Among other musical pieces was the choral hymn, "Gotha," by the Prince Consort.

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