Camelot

[ kam-uh-lot ]

noun

1. the legendary site of King Arthur's palace and court, possibly near Exeter, England.
2. any idyllic place or period, especially one of great happiness.
3. the glamorous ambience of Washington, D.C., during the administration of President John F. Kennedy, 1961–63.

Camelot

/ ˈkæmɪˌlɒt /

noun

1. (in Arthurian legend) the English town where King Arthur's palace and court were situated
2. (in the US) the supposedly golden age of the presidency of John F. Kennedy, 1961–63

Camelot

1. In the legends of King Arthur (see also Arthur ), the capital of his kingdom; truth, goodness, and beauty reigned in Camelot.

Notes

The administration of President John F. Kennedy is often idealized as an American Camelot.

Other Words From

• Came·loti·an adjective

Example Sentences

The former boss of Camelot was appointed interim chairman of the Post Office after his predecessor Henry Staunton was sacked in January.

From BBC

Paul Teasdale, director of Camelot Care, said he is "delighted" with Ms Moseley's portraits.

From BBC

Though born into what some viewed as an American political “Camelot,” Kennedy struggled as a young man, particularly with his 14-year addiction to heroin.

From Los Angeles Times

“He’s trading in on Camelot, celebrity, conspiracy theories and conflict for personal gain and fame,” said Schlossberg, a Vogue politics writer.

From Los Angeles Times

Arthur is dead and just a few of his knights remain in Camelot.

From Los Angeles Times