"crowning glory" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: crowning glories [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|crowning glories}} crowning glory (plural crowning glories)
  1. The best and most notable aspect of something; the greatest achievement; the most beautiful thing.
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