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mansion

noun man·sion \ˈman(t)-shən\

: a large and impressive house : the large house of a wealthy person

Full Definition of MANSION

a obsolete : the act of remaining or dwelling : stay

b archaic : dwelling, abode

a (1) : manor house (2) : a large imposing residence

b : a separate apartment or lodging in a large structure

a : house 3b

b : one of the 28 parts into which the moon's monthly course through the heavens is divided

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Origin of MANSION

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin mansion-, mansio, from manēre to remain, dwell; akin to Greek menein to remain

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to MANSION

Synonyms: castle, château, estate, hacienda, hall, manor, manor house, manse, palace, villa

Rhymes with MANSION

stanchion

MANSION Defined for Kids

mansion

noun man·sion \ˈman-shən\

Definition of MANSION for Kids

: a large fine house

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