noun
- a large fortified building or group of buildings with thick walls and towers, typically built in medieval times by a ruler or noble
- a chess piece shaped like a castle tower that can move horizontally or vertically
Usage: chess
verb
- to make a special move in chess involving the king and a rook
Usage: chess
Examples
- The medieval castle stood on a hill overlooking the valley.
- Tourists visited the ancient castle to learn about its history.
- The king lived in a magnificent castle with many rooms.
- She moved her castle to protect her king in the chess game.
- The rook is also called a castle in chess.
- He decided to castle early in the game to safeguard his king.
- The stone castle had thick walls to defend against attacks.