queens

/kwinz/
noun
  1. The plural of queen; female monarchs or the wives of kings.
    • Two queens from different countries met to discuss trade agreements.
    • The queens of England and Scotland have shaped the nation's history.
    • In the museum, portraits of ancient queens hung on the walls.
  2. The most powerful female piece in chess, or multiple such pieces.
    • He promoted two pawns to queens, securing his victory.
    • She captured both of his queens early in the game.
    • In chess, queens are the most versatile pieces on the board.
  3. Female insects that lay eggs and lead a colony, such as bees, ants, or termites.
    • Ant colonies often have multiple queens working together.
    • The beekeeper carefully checked the hive for the health of the queens.
    • The termite queens can live for many years, producing thousands of eggs.
  4. Playing cards with a picture of a queen.
    • The queen of hearts is often considered the most romantic card.
    • He held three queens in his hand, a strong poker combination.
    • She drew two queens from the deck during the card game.
  5. Slang for gay men, often used within the LGBTQ+ community (can be affectionate or neutral).
    • At the pride parade, a group of queens danced together on a float.
    • The drag show featured several fabulous queens performing on stage.
    • He and his friends, all proud queens, celebrated at the local café.
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