dungeon
Translation
dungeon
Examples
The hero was thrown into the castle dungeon.
The hero was thrown into the castle dungeon.
We explored a dark dungeon in the video game.
We explored a dark dungeon in the video game.
Grammar Patterns
((in a/the)) dungeon in a prison, usually underground The prisoners were kept in a dark dungeon.
Similar Words
prison, cell, vault
Etymology
From Old French 'donjon', meaning the 'keep' or main tower of a castle. The meaning shifted to the prison within the keep.
Memory Tips
Think of the game 'Dungeons & Dragons' to remember the image of a dark, underground maze.