ˈkæn kəˈməʊd ˈtɔɪ.lət the position and power of an exalted person (a sovereign or bishop) who is entitled to sit in a chair of state on ceremonial occasions put a monarch on the throne The Queen was enthroned more than 50 years ago sit on the throne as a ruler the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc. the king sat on his throne a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination