Camelot

noun

Cam·​e·​lot ˈka-mə-ˌlät How to pronounce Camelot (audio)
Synonyms of Camelotnext
1
: the site of King Arthur's palace and court
2
: a time, place, or atmosphere of idyllic happiness

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that year spent in Spain studying art was their personal Camelot
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The assassination records are just the latest in Trump’s efforts, whether they be born of obsession or something else, to shift public focus from the Camelot mystique and the myriad ways Kennedy’s presidency uplifted, inspired, and revolutionized American society. — Alexis Coe, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2025 In 1960, the year he was elected, Camelot debuted on Broadway and became a favorite of the president. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 10 Mar. 2025 People around the world were impressed and grieved with us when Camelot was cut so tragically short. — Linda Chapin, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025 Right across Farmington Avenue, Honeycomb Real Estate Partners and the Vesta Corp. are remodeling the former West Hartford Inn into The Camelot affordable housing, and have completed a five-story addition. — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Camelot

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of Camelot was in the 15th century

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“Camelot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Camelot. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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