Royal Palace

Grand residence historically occupied by royalty.

royal residence palace

A royal palace is a grand residence historically occupied by royalty, such as kings, queens, or emperors. These structures often serve ceremonial purposes and symbolize the power and prestige of a monarchy.

Etymology

The term 'royal palace' combines 'royal,' denoting association with a monarchy, and 'palace,' derived from the Latin word 'palatium,' referring to a luxurious residence.

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Residence Building

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Buckingham Palace Versailles Forbidden City

Meronyms — Parts or Components

Throne room gardens courtyards

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

City Kingdom

Indexes

architectural landmark ceremonial historical site

Buckingham Palace
Castle
Gyeongbokgung
Imperial Palace
King
Kingdom
Kings
Monarchy
Palace
Palaces
Prince
Queens
Reign
Royal
Royal Residence
Royalty
Throne
Throne Room

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