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