First Known Use: 13th century
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1palace
noun pal·ace \ˈpa-ləs\
: the official home of a king, queen, president, etc.
: a very large and impressive house
: a large and fancy public building
Full Definition of PALACE
1
a : the official residence of a chief of state (as a monarch or a president) b chiefly British : the official residence of an archbishop or bishop
2
a : a large stately house b : a large public building c : a highly decorated place for public amusement or refreshment <a movie palace>
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Origin of PALACE
Middle English palais, from Anglo-French, from Latin palatium, from Palatium, the Palatine Hill in Rome where the emperors' residences were built
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2palace
adjective
: of or relating to a palace
: of, relating to, or involving people in the government
Full Definition of PALACE
1
: of or relating to a palace
2
: of, relating to, or involving the intimates of a chief executive <a palace revolution> <palace politics>
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First Known Use of PALACE
14th century
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palace
noun pal·ace \ˈpa-ləs\
Definition of PALACE for Kids
1
: the home of a ruler
2
: a large or splendid house
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