Prince of Wales
noun phrase
: 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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Royal author Tom Quinn told Harper’s Bazaar that the Prince of Wales’ succession plans are ramping up.
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Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 13 June 2025
The Prince of Wales inherited the Duchy of Cornwall, an estate spanning over 20 counties in England and Wales worth over $1 billion that provides funds for the heir.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 12 June 2025
The Telegraph tagged along with the Prince of Wales on a recent visit to the Duchy of Cornwall, the $1 billion estate that provides funds for the heir to the throne, and learned that William's mission to make life better for its residents doesn't pause during private time.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 30 May 2025
After the game, the Panthers were presented with the Prince of Wales trophy, awarded to the Eastern Conference champions.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
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Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 13 June 2025
The Prince of Wales inherited the Duchy of Cornwall, an estate spanning over 20 counties in England and Wales worth over $1 billion that provides funds for the heir.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 12 June 2025
The Telegraph tagged along with the Prince of Wales on a recent visit to the Duchy of Cornwall, the $1 billion estate that provides funds for the heir to the throne, and learned that William's mission to make life better for its residents doesn't pause during private time.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 30 May 2025
After the game, the Panthers were presented with the Prince of Wales trophy, awarded to the Eastern Conference champions.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
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“Prince of Wales.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Prince%20of%20Wales. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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