Princess Royal

noun

plural Princesses Royal

: the eldest daughter of a British sovereign

—a title granted for life and used only after it has been specifically conferred by the sovereign

Examples of Princess Royal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Prince of Wales, 44, and the Princess Royal, 76, were seen arriving for the service at the Oslo Cathedral after taking part in the solemn funeral procession. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2026

Charles’ only sister, Princess Anne, or the Princess Royal, had a similarly tumultuous love life in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1647, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Princess Royal

• pennyroyal
• disloyal
• loyal