castles

cas-tles · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of castle; multiple fortified buildings.

  2. 2.

    In chess, both rook pieces.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    castles in the air — unrealistic plans or fantasies
  • •
    castles in Spain — daydreams, impractical schemes

Related words

See also: castle, fortress, palace
Synonyms: citadels, fortresses, strongholds

Etymology

From Old English castel, from Latin castellum ("fortress"). The plural follows standard English formation with the addition of -s.