palace
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
From Middle English, from Old French palais, which comes from Latin palātium, from Palātium, in reference to the Palatine Hill, one of the seven hills of Rome, where the aristocracy of the Roman Republic and—later, Roman emperors—built large, splendid residences.
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[edit] Noun
palace (plural palaces)
- Official residence of a head of state or other dignitary, especially in a monarchical or imperial governmental system.
- A large and lavishly ornate residence.
- A large, ornate public building used for entertainment or exhibitions.
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Terms derived from palace
[edit] Translations
large, lavish residence
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[edit] French
[edit] Etymology
From English palace.
[edit] Pronunciation
- IPA: /palas/
[edit] Noun
palace m. (plural palaces)
