Crossword clue
“Headwear for a monarch”
This clue appeared as 9-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 15, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CROWNLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withN
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Headwear for a monarch” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 15, 2025 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with N, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Headwear for a monarch” clue?+
The answer is CROWN (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 15, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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