God Save the Queen
English
Alternative forms
- God Save the King (when the current monarch is a king)
Proper noun
- The national anthem of the United Kingdom when the current monarch is female.
Interjection
- (Britain, Canada) An expression of one’s patriotism and hope for the long life of the monarch, especially in her presence.
- (Britain) A formal statement at the end of many proclamations issued by the UK's queen or in her name.
Usage notes
Used in countries of the British Commonwealth and historically in countries of the former British Empire.
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