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Term: REGINA
Definition: Regina means queen. It is the official title given to a queen. In a country ruled by a queen, Regina represents the prosecution side in criminal cases. It is abbreviated as R and is similar to the title given to a king, which is Rex.
Definition: Regina (pronounced ri-jI-nə) is a word that usually refers to a queen. It can also be the official title of a queen. In a monarchy ruled by a queen, Regina is the side that prosecutes in criminal proceedings. It is abbreviated as R. Regina is similar to the term Rex, which is used for a king.
The first example shows how Regina can be used as the official title of a queen. Queen Elizabeth II is also known as Regina Elizabeth II because she is the queen of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. The second example illustrates how Regina is used in criminal proceedings. In the Regina vs. Smith case, Regina is the side that is prosecuting the defendant, Smith.