English dictionary
donjon
/'d/@/n/dZ//@/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The chief tower, also called the <i>keep</i>; a massive tower in ancient castles, forming the strongest part of the fortifications. See <i>Illust.</i> of <u>Castle</u>.
Source: webster1913