Dungeon

/ˈdʌn.dʒən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A dark, underground room or cell used to confine prisoners.

The hero discovered a hidden dungeon beneath the castle.

A place or situation that is unpleasant and confining.

He felt trapped in his own mind, like he was in a dungeon of despair.

In fantasy gaming, a subterranean area filled with monsters and treasures.

The adventurers prepared to explore the treacherous dungeon rumored to be filled with gold.

Middle English 'dungeoun', from Old French 'donjon' meaning 'keep or tower of a castle'.

dungeon master

The player who organizes and oversees a game of Dungeons & Dragons.

prison

A place for the confinement of people accused or convicted of a crime.

keep

A fortified tower within a castle.

cell

A small room in which a prisoner is locked up.

A reference to a place or situation that feels oppressive or stifling.

I can't stand this meeting; it feels like a dungeon.

A place where BDSM activities are performed.

They walked into the dungeon to find all kinds of equipment for their lifestyle.