palace palace /ˈpæləs/

noun

1. () A large and stately mansion  ( castle , palace )
   a large and stately mansion
   
   
2. () The governing group of a kingdom  ( palace )
   the governing group of a kingdom
    The palace issued an order binding on all subjects
   the palace issued an order binding on all subjects
   
3. Official residence of an exalted person (as a sovereign)  ( palace )
   official residence of an exalted person (as a sovereign)
    The royal palace was the grand residence of the sovereign and was off-limits to commoners.
   The royal palace was the grand residence of the sovereign and was off-limits to commoners.
   
   
4. A large ornate exhibition hall  ( palace )
   a large ornate exhibition hall
    The grandeur of the palace was evident, with its ornate decorations and majestic halls.
   The grandeur of the palace was evident, with its ornate decorations and majestic halls.