taj

/tædʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of Mughal and Persian-style palace or summer house, typically found in India and Pakistan

“The Taj Mahal in Agra, India, is one of the most famous examples of this architectural style.”

2. verb

to decorate or furnish with intricate patterns, often in the style of Indian or Persian art

“The interior of the palace was beautifully taj’d with intricate stone carvings.”

Synonyms

  • mausoleum
  • palace
  • summerhouse

Antonyms

  • hovel
  • shack