1. To take the seat of principal power, esp. within a monarchy

2. To take a shit

3. To claim a toilet for the purposes of taking a shit
The rebels were poised to claim the throne after the king's power weakened.

A: "I'll be back in a few. I have to claim the throne."

B: "You bastard! I've been holding it for longer than you! There's only one toilet here!"
by CaptCouch May 23, 2016
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