ALL meanings of citadel
cit·a·del
C c - countable noun citadel In the past, a citadel was a strong building in or near a city, where people could shelter for safety. 3
- countable noun citadel If you describe a system or organization as a citadel of a particular way of life, usually one you disapprove of, you mean that it is powerful and effective in defending that way of life. 3
- noun citadel a stronghold within or close to a city 3
- noun citadel any strongly fortified building or place of safety; refuge 3
- noun citadel a specially strengthened part of the hull of a warship 3
- noun citadel the headquarters of the Salvation Army 3
- noun citadel a fortress on a commanding height for defense of a city 3
- noun citadel a fortified place; stronghold 3
- noun citadel a place of safety; refuge 3
- noun citadel a fortress that commands a city and is used in the control of the inhabitants and in defense during attack or siege. 1
- noun citadel any strongly fortified place; stronghold. 1
- noun citadel (formerly) a heavily armored structure on a warship, for protecting the engines, magazines, etc. 1
- noun citadel fortress 1
- noun citadel A fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city. 1
- noun citadel A strong fortress that sits high above a city. 0
- noun citadel (sometimes figuratively) A stronghold or fortified place. 0