God Save the King

English en God Save the King Etymology Based on an Old English translation of 2 Kings 11:12 likely made by Dunstan for King Edgar's coronation in 973. Proper noun God Save the King en The national anthem of the United Kingdom when the current monarch is a king. en 1941 w:George Orwell The Lion and the Unicorn: Socialism and the English Genius The Lion and the Unicorn It is a strange fact, but it is unquestionably true that almost any English intellectual would feel more ashamed of standing to attention during “God save the King” than of stealing from a poor box. Interjection God Save the King en Australia Canada NZ UK en An expression of one’s patriotism and hope for the long life of the monarch, especially in his presence. en UK en A formal statement at the end of many proclamations issued by the King or in his name. en UK en A formal declaration following the death of a reigning monarch when the next monarch is male. en The Queen is dead! God save the King! Usage notes Used in countries of the British Commonwealth and historically in countries of the former British Empire. Coordinate terms en long live God Save the Queen when the current monarch is a queen Derived terms en God-Save-the-Kinger Further reading en sentences subjunctive expressions en Australia Canada Monarchism National anthems New Zealand United Kingdom