Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Monticello
Proper noun
/ˌmɒn.tɪˈtʃɛl.oʊ/
Definition
Monticello is the plantation designed by Thomas Jefferson, located near Charlottesville, Virginia.
Examples
- Monticello is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Visitors to Monticello can tour the house and gardens.
- Thomas Jefferson designed Monticello in the late 18th century.
Meaning
The term Monticello refers specifically to the home of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, and is a notable example of neoclassical architecture.
Synonyms
- Jefferson’s estate
- Monticello Plantation
- Monticello House
