dungeon
Translation
dungeon, underground prison
Examples
The prisoners were kept in a dark dungeon.
The prisoners were kept in a dark dungeon.
The hero explored the monster-filled dungeon.
The hero explored the monster-filled dungeon.
Grammar Patterns
((as a noun)) an underground prison The prisoners were kept in a dark dungeon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cell, prison, vault, oubliette
Etymology
From Old French 'donjon', meaning 'keep of a castle'. The meaning shifted from the main tower to the prison inside it.
Memory Tips
Think of fantasy games like Dungeons & Dragons. It's a dark, underground place with monsters or prisoners.