king

The king who is currently ruling.

figurative: someone who is acknowledged by everyone as the best in a particular field.

Refers to a king who has officially received the crown.

A male student chosen by his classmates to preside over the prom, a formal dance for high school students.

A male student chosen by his classmates to represent the school at the annual homecoming celebration.

Refers to a king who has been consecrated, often in a religious ceremony.

figurative: someone who is considered the best or most important in a particular field, without having an official title.

Used to show possession or the realm the king rules over, e.g., 'King of Spain'.