plural of mayor of the palace

(history) The steward of the Merovingian kings who came to serve as de facto regents of the late Frankish Empire.

(historical) A clubhouse in the former Soviet Union or Eastern Bloc, established for citizens to take part in recreational activities and hobbies such as sport, art, etc.

(idiomatic) The relationships and interactions of top-level officials, advisors and other powerbrokers within a government, especially as involving internal rivalry and intrigue.

(Canada and northern US, ice hockey, informal) An arena containing a rink and spectator seating for playing and viewing ice hockey, especially one which is considered to be well-equipped and state-of-the-art.

(archaic) A tavern that serves gin.

An imaginary place used as a mnemonic device to recall faces, digits, etc. by their position inside it.

(US, historical) An ostentatiously elegant restaurant in New York City.

An extensive building on the north bank of the River Thames in London, housing the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

A temporary structure, similar to a small palace or castle, made from blocks of ice.