Donjon — meaning in English

English meaning

• dungeon noun A dark, often underground prison cell, typically found beneath an old castle.
• keep verb To hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.

Senses

Donjon is used for these senses in English:

• dungeon (obsolete) The main tower of a motte or castle; a keep or donjon.

dungeon — full definition

1. noun A dark, often underground prison cell, typically found beneath an old castle.
2. noun In video games, an area full of enemies, hazards, and treasure that players must fight through.

keep — full definition

1. verb To hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.
2. verb To continue doing something, or to stay in a particular state.
3. verb To look after, guard, or support someone or something.
4. verb To honour or fulfil a promise, rule, or appointment.
5. noun The central, most heavily fortified tower of a castle.

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