House

/haʊs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A building for human habitation, especially one that is lived in by a family or small group of people.

They bought a new house in the suburbs.

A dwelling or residence.

The old house was filled with memories of his childhood.

A parliamentary or legislative assembly.

The House of Representatives passed the new bill.

A specific set of rooms or a building used for a particular purpose.

The theater has a house of 300 seats.

verb

To provide shelter or accommodation for someone.

They offered to house the refugees during the storm.

To store or place something in a particular location.

The museum houses a vast collection of ancient artifacts.

Middle English hous, from Old English hūs; related to Dutch huis and German Haus.

housewarming

A party held to celebrate moving into a new home.

house of cards

A fragile or illusory structure or plan.

make yourself at home

To feel comfortable and relaxed as if you were in your own home.

the house always wins

Refers to gambling establishments usually making profits.

home

The place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family.

domicile

A person's permanent legal residence.

habitat

The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Crib

Let's go hang out at my crib.

Pad

He just moved into a new pad downtown.

Digs

I love my new digs; they're so cozy.

Spot

This is my favorite spot to chill.