citadel — a fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪtədəl/
Example Sentences
- The villain's secret citadel was hidden inside a volcano, because apparently regular castles are too mainstream.
- Harvard University is considered a citadel of higher education in America.
- The rebels stormed the citadel, only to find it was actually a really expensive escape room.
citadel
NOUN[/ˈsɪtədəl/]
a fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city
The citadel stood high above the city, guarding it from invaders.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'citadelle', derived from Italian 'cittadella', which is a diminutive of 'città' (city), ultimately from Latin 'civitas' meaning city or state.
Breakdown
Italian città (city) + -ella (diminutive suffix, meaning small) = cittadella (small city/fortress) → French citadelle → English citadel
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The villain's secret citadel was hidden inside a volcano, because apparently regular castles are too mainstream.”
“Harvard University is considered a citadel of higher education in America.”
“The rebels stormed the citadel, only to find it was actually a really expensive escape room.”
“The old citadel now serves as a museum showcasing medieval warfare.”
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