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Definition of Donjon
1. Noun. The main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress.
Exact synonyms: Dungeon, Keep
Specialized synonyms: Black Hole Of Calcutta
Group relationships: Castle
Generic synonyms: Fastness, Stronghold
Specialized synonyms: Black Hole Of Calcutta
Group relationships: Castle
Generic synonyms: Fastness, Stronghold
Definition of Donjon
1. n. The chief tower, also called the keep; a massive tower in ancient castles, forming the strongest part of the fortifications. See Illust. of Castle.
Definition of Donjon
1. the main tower of a castle [n -S]