citadel
Translation
citadel, fortress, stronghold
Examples
The ancient citadel overlooked the city.
The ancient citadel overlooked the city.
Grammar Patterns
((a citadel)) a fortress protecting a town The citadel was built on a hill.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fortress, stronghold, bastion
Etymology
From Italian 'cittadella', a diminutive of 'città' (city), literally meaning 'little city'.
Memory Tips
Think of a citadel as a small, fortified 'city' that defends the larger city.