Words / A2

KAHSL/ˈkɑːsl/

A castle is a strong old building for defence, often with towers: visit a castle, a ruined castle. A palace is a grand home for royalty, not always a fortress. Cattle are cows — different word.

Meaning

A large, strong building from the past, often with thick walls.

Examples

• “We visited an old castle in the hills.”
• “Edinburgh Castle sits above the city.”
• “They filmed the scene in a French castle.”

Good to know

visit a castle. Contrast: palace (grand home). Mix-up: cattle.

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