mansion

man-sion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A large, impressive house, typically belonging to a wealthy person.

  2. 2.

    (British) A large block of apartments or flats (usually in plural as "mansions").

  3. 3.

    (archaic) A dwelling place; an abode.

Forms

plural: mansions

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    mansion house — a large stately home
  • •
    stately mansion — an impressive, grand residence

Related words

Antonyms: cabin, cottage, shack
See also: estate, manor, palace, villa
Synonyms: estate, manor, palace, villa

Etymology

From Old French mansion, from Latin mansio ("a staying, dwelling place"), from manēre ("to stay, remain"). Related to "manor" and "permanent."