castle
Translation
castle
Examples
The king lived in a large castle.
The king lived in a large castle.
We visited an old castle in Scotland.
We visited an old castle in Scotland.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) castle a large fortified building The king lived in a large castle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fortress, palace, citadel
Etymology
From Latin 'castellum', a diminutive of 'castrum' meaning 'fortified place'.
Memory Tips
A 'castle' is a large, fortified building, often from the medieval period. Picture a classic fairytale castle with towers and a moat.