as in crown
a decorative band or wreath worn about the head as a symbol of victory or honor Miss America's diadem was auctioned off for charity

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Recent Examples on the Web The late Queen chose the diadem, famed for its protective and healing qualities, to welcome the then President Trump to Buckingham Palace in 2019. Isaac Bickerstaff, Glamour, 26 June 2024 Designed by San Francisco architect Edward Glass in the 1920s, the hotel was the star gem in the diadem of downtown bars, dance halls, vaudeville theaters and assorted eateries. Vincent Medina, Sacramento Bee, 16 June 2024 The dazzling diadem, which features pink gems and diamonds, was reportedly originally owned by a family with royal heritage in Russia. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024 The diadem was closely associated with Queen Elizabeth, who wore it on the way to her coronation in 1953 and en route to most State Openings of Parliament, as well as in photos used across British and Commonwealth coinage, banknotes and postage stamps. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for diadem 

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“Diadem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diadem. Accessed 4 Oct. 2024.

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