great house
definitions
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A large, impressive, or magnificent building, typically a mansion, manor, or estate.en: A large, impressive, or magnificent building, typically a mansion, manor, or estate.
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A powerful family, noble dynasty, or an influential institution or organization.en: A powerful family, noble dynasty, or an influential institution or organization.
examples
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The travelers were awestruck by the scale of the great house on the hill.
The travelers were awestruck by the scale of the great house on the hill.
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She knew that in this great house, survival required both wisdom and caution.
She knew that in this great house, survival required both wisdom and caution.