Castell

Pronunciation: /kæˈstɛl/

Definitions of castell

noun a medieval fortified structure, typically with high walls and towers, that was used as a residence or stronghold

Example Sentences

A1 The children built a small sand castell on the beach.

A2 The medieval castell was surrounded by a moat and drawbridge.

B1 The tourists explored the ancient castell ruins in the countryside.

B2 The royal family resided in the grand castell overlooking the city.

C1 The restoration project aimed to preserve the historical castell for future generations.

C2 The architect designed a modern extension for the castell while maintaining its original charm.

Examples of castell in a Sentence

formal The medieval castle, or castell in Catalan, was a magnificent structure that stood the test of time.

informal We're going to visit the old castell ruins on our trip to Spain.

slang Let's sneak into the abandoned castell and see if we can find any treasure!

figurative Her mind was like a fortified castell, impenetrable to outside influences.

Grammatical Forms of castell

• past tense: cast
• plural: castles
• comparative: more castell
• superlative: most castell
• present tense: cast
• future tense: will cast
• perfect tense: have cast
• continuous tense: is casting
• singular: castell
• positive degree: castell
• infinitive: to cast
• gerund: casting
• participle: casted

Origin and Evolution of castell

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'castell' originated from the Latin word 'castellum' meaning a fortified place or castle.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'castell' evolved to refer specifically to a medieval fortress or stronghold, and later to any large fortified building or residence.