palace

Meanings

• noun

  A large, ornate building, especially one formerly serving as the residence of a monarch or chief magistrate.

  - "The palace was once the residence of the king."
  - "Visitors flocked to the palace to catch a glimpse of the royal family."

• noun

  A grand building or complex, especially one designed to impress.

  - "The business tycoon built a palace in the heart of the city."
  - "The palace of Versailles is a must-visit for tourists."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpælɪs/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1661682"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with palace
mansion , mansions , ransom , vansom

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Variants

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palace , palaces , the Palace

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Etymology

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From Old French palais, from Latin palatium, a lofty building, from palat- (of a high place), from palus a stake, pier, probably because early palaces were built on piles.

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Trivia

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1. The largest palace in the world is the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, which covers over 72 hectares.

2. The word 'palace' comes from the Latin word 'palatium', which means 'lofty building'.

3. The Palace of Versailles in France has over 700 rooms and 2,000 windows.

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Related Concepts

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1. fortress: A palace is often a large, fortified building. Fortresses were once used as palaces and residences for rulers.

2. castle: A palace is a large, grand building, and a castle is a type of palace that is fortified and designed for defense.

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Culture

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Palaces have been symbols of power and wealth throughout history. They have been used as royal residences, administrative centers, and religious institutions. Palaces have been depicted in various forms of art, literature, and music. For instance, the Palace of Versailles in France is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist attraction. In literature, palaces have been used as settings in works such as Dan Brown's 'Angels & Demons' and Lewis Carroll's 'Through the Looking-Glass'.

How to Memorize "palace"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a grand, ornate building with tall towers and intricate designs.
   - Imagine a large, impressive structure with many rooms and halls.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'palace' with the idea of power and wealth.
   - Think of a grand building where important events take place.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P-A-L-A-C-E' to remember the definition: 'Powerful And Luxurious Abode Creating Elegance'.
   - Visualize a 'P' representing a palace and remember the definition.

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