Mansion
'mænʃən
Definitions
A large and imposing house, typically one of considerable size and architectural grandeur.
'mænʃən
A large and impressive house.
The celebrity bought a sprawling mansion with panoramic views of the city.
💡 Simply: Think of a mansion like the biggest, fanciest house you can imagine. It's usually super big, with lots of rooms and maybe even a swimming pool! It's like a house fit for a king or queen.
👶 For kids: A really, really big house!
More Examples
The historical mansion was once the residence of a prominent family.
We visited the museum, which was formerly a grand mansion.
How It's Used
"The wealthy family lived in a luxurious mansion with a sprawling garden."
"The gothic novel featured a haunted mansion shrouded in mystery."
Idioms & expressions
House of Mansions
A place that appears grand on the surface, but hides some dark secrets or problems.
"Although the company seemed successful, their lavish headquarters was a house of mansions"
From Old French *mansion* 'dwelling, abode,' from Latin *mansio* 'dwelling, staying,' from *maneo* 'I remain, stay.'
Historically, the term 'mansion' has been used to denote large, often fortified, residences of nobility and wealthy landowners.
Memory tip
Imagine a MAN walking into a SHUNned house, and you get a mansion.