mansion house

• Ein großes, beeindruckendes Haus, oft von historischer Bedeutung oder im Besitz einer wohlhabenden Familie. Im britischen Englisch bezeichnet „Mansion House“ speziell die offizielle Residenz des Lord Mayor of London.

A large, impressive house, typically one that is historically significant or owned by a wealthy family. In British English, 'Mansion House' specifically refers to the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London.

1. Large, impressive residenceB1formal

   A very large, grand, and often historic house, typically belonging to a wealthy family.

   Großes, beeindruckendes Herrenhaus

   • The old mansion house stood at the end of the long driveway.
   • They bought a Victorian mansion house in the countryside.
   • The mansion house had over twenty rooms and a large garden.

2. B2formalbritish

   The official residence of a mayor or other high-ranking official in some British cities.

   Amtsgebäude des Bürgermeisters

   • The Lord Mayor's banquet was held at the Mansion House in London.
   • The Mansion House in York is a historic building used for civic events.
   • The delegation was welcomed at the Mansion House.