citadel

Meanings

• noun

  A large fortified building or town, especially one occupying a commanding position and serving as a stronghold.

  - "The citadel was the last stronghold of the rebellion."
  - "The citadel overlooked the harbor and controlled the entrance to the city."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsɪtədəl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with citadel
pedal , medal , vedette , ledal , aerial

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Variants

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citadel , citadels

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Etymology

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From Old French citadelle, from Latin civitas 'city' + castellum 'little castle'.

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Trivia

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1. The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, is the oldest military installation in the United States, founded in 1670.

2. The Citadel in Marrakesh, Morocco, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist attraction.

3. The term 'citadel' is also used metaphorically to refer to a person's inner strength or fortitude.

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Related Concepts

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1. fortress: A citadel is a type of fortress, but not all fortresses are citadels. A citadel is a fortified town or building that serves as a stronghold, while a fortress can refer to any fortified place.

2. castle: A citadel is a type of castle, but not all castles are citadels. A citadel is a fortified town or building that serves as a stronghold, while a castle is a large, fortified building, often with towers, that was traditionally the residence of a noble or monarch.

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Culture

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Throughout history, citadels have been significant symbols of power and control. They have been built to protect cities and serve as the residence of rulers. In literature, citadels have appeared in various works, such as 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho and 'The Citadel' by A.E. Stallings.

How to Memorize "citadel"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, fortified building or town perched atop a hill or cliff.
   - Visualize the thick walls and towering turrets.
   - Imagine soldiers patrolling the ramparts and guards standing watch at the gates.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'citadel' with the word 'fortress'.
   - Think of a stronghold or a place of power and control.
   - Associate the word with the image of a castle or a town with high walls and towers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Citadel is a castle, a town, a fortress, a place of power, a stronghold.'
   - Use the phrase 'Citadel starts with C, it's a castle, a control center, a commanding position.'
   - Use the acronym 'CITADEL' to remember the definition: 'Control, Isolation, Terrain, Access, Design, Elite, Leadership'

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