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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The Prince of Wales, 43, has seen his project for the unhoused make new inroads into solving part of the problem with a new partnership that is set to help young homeless people. Simon Perry, People.com, 30 July 2025 Eighty-six of them reside in the grand-chalet-style Prince of Wales Hotel, built in 1927. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 July 2025 The Prince of Wales opted to showcase his team spirit with his sartorial statement. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 July 2025 The Prince of Wales was photographed alongside his daughter, Princess Charlotte, as the two of them sat side by side during the final of the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 in Switzerland. Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 27 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for Prince of Wales

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Prince of Wales was in the 15th century

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“Prince of Wales.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Prince%20of%20Wales. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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