Queen's English

Definitions

1. Often preceded by the: spoken or written English regarded as used and safeguarded by the Queen of England; standard English characterized by correct grammar and what is thought of as proper usage of words and expressions, and (when spoken) formal British pronunciation.
   England, uncountable
2. Alternative letter-case form of Queen's English.
   alt-of, uncountable

Examples

“But I am not so timid, and can speak⟳ the Queen's English plainly.”

“Picking up the different points of land⟳ was often the source of a joke, for our master was not blessed with the most perfect command of the Queen's English, and I overheard one morning the following nautical dialogue: "Look⟳ out, ahoy!" - speaking to the man in the foretop.”

“He murdered the Queen's English every time he spoke.”

“In the movies, bankable Brits fall⟳ into one of two categories: those who live⟳ in stately homes and possess⟳ a firm grasp of the Queen's English, and those who live⟳ in cottages or tenements and possess⟳ accents thick enough to caulk boats.”

“They've obviously never met before, but are getting on like⟳ a house on fire. Both are well-spoken and versed in the Queen's English. [this was possibly written before Queen Elizabeth II died]”

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