Dungeon (Noun)
Meaning 1
The main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The castle's dungeon was a foreboding structure that loomed over the surrounding landscape.
- At the heart of the fortress lay a dungeon that served as the seat of the lord's power.
- The dungeon was the strongest part of the castle, with walls several feet thick and narrow windows.
- Legend had it that the dungeon was cursed, and many brave knights had attempted to explore its depths but never returned.
- The dungeon's architecture was a testament to the ingenuity of the medieval builders who had constructed it centuries ago.
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Meaning 2
A dark cell (usually underground) where prisoners can be confined.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The king's enemies were thrown into a damp dungeon deep beneath the castle walls.
- She had heard rumors of a dungeon hidden beneath the old mansion, where unspeakable atrocities had taken place.
- The prisoners huddled together in the cold darkness of the dungeon, waiting for their fate to be decided.
- The archaeologists carefully excavated the ancient dungeon, uncovering the remnants of a long-forgotten civilization.
- The accused was dragged down to the dungeon, the heavy iron door clanging shut behind him.