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donjon

Pronunciation: [dɒnʒɒn]

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Learn how to use donjon in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “architecture”

(noun) a donjon is a large, strong tower in a castle. It was usually the main part of the castle where the lord or important people lived. Think of it like a big, safe house in a castle where they could stay safe from enemies.

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The donjon of the old castle was very tall and made of strong stone.

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The newer buildings do not have a donjon; they lack that historical strong tower.

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Can you see the donjon from the castle grounds?

Context: “historical”

(noun) the donjon can also refer to the main defensive structure of a medieval castle. It's like the fortress part where people could go when they needed to be protected.

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During the tour, we learned that the donjon was the safest place during attacks.

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This castle has no donjon for defense, so it was vulnerable to attacks.

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What features made the donjon an effective defense in medieval times?

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Pronunciation: [dɒnʒɒn]

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