English · Travel & Places
palace
/ˈpæl.ɪs/
[/ˈpæl.ɪs/]
grand royal residence
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A large, splendid house, especially the official home of a king, queen, or ruler.
Example
Tourists wandered through the grand palace, admiring the gold ceilings and enormous crystal chandeliers.
Tourists wandered through the grand palace, admiring the gold ceilings and enormous crystal chandeliers.
Etymology
From Latin 'palatium', the Palatine Hill in Rome where emperors lived.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in history, royalty, and tourism.