Places Flashcards
bungalow
one story cottage, cabin, summerhouse.
asylum
sanctuary, refuge, institution for the mentally ill, haven, retreat, shelter.
cavern
a large cave
depot
storehouse, warehouse, railroad, or bus station.
galley
a long, low ancient ship propelled by oars; the kitchen of a ship or airplane.
hearth
stone floor of a fireplace
labyrinth
a structure containing an intricate network of winding passages that are hard to follow without losing ones way; a maze, confusion, tangle.
lagoon
an area of shallow salt water
landmark
a prominent feature of a landscape, highlight, feature.
metropolis
a large city or center
monastery
residence for monks
peninsula
land with water on three sides
plateau
an elevated tract of flat land, plain, highland.
quay
wharf; dock, pier, landing.
vestibule
a small entrance hall or room, either to a building or to a larger room, foyer, hallway, entry.
