Kings

American

[kingz] / kɪŋz /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

either of two books of the Bible, 1 Kings or 2 Kings, which contain the history of the kings of Israel and Judah. Ki.

Kings British

/ kɪŋz /

noun

(functioning as singular) Old Testament (in versions based on the Hebrew, including the Authorized Version) either of the two books called I and II Kings recounting the histories of the kings of Judah and Israel

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Etymology

Origin of Kings

First recorded before 1000

Example Sentences

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The search for sustained consistency remained a focus for the Lakers on Sunday against a Sacramento Kings team with the NBA’s worst record.

From Los Angeles Times

Before joining the Kings, Smith was the Ottawa Senators’ head coach for four and a half seasons from 2019 through 2023.

From Los Angeles Times

Kitted out with running water, rocking chairs, big leafy plants and an aquarium, the space in Kings Heath, Birmingham has proven popular for those looking to de-stress from their busy lives.

From BBC

They face a Sacramento Kings team at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday night, as they try to remain in the top six in the Western Conference.

From Los Angeles Times

It will begin next month, when the Birmingham Stallions and the Louisville Kings kick off the new season of the United Football League.

From The Wall Street Journal

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