Meaning & Definition of word "Reside"

Reside

/rɪˈzaɪd/

verb:

  • 1. to live in a particular place.
    • Example: She decided to reside in the city after graduating from college.
  • 2. to have one's permanent home in a particular place.
    • Example: They reside in a small town near the coast.
  • 3. to exist or be present.
    • Example: The power to influence resides within you.
  • 4. to be situated or located.
    • Example: The museum resides at the center of the district.

Etymology

from Latin 'residēre', meaning 'to sit back or remain'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reside in:

to be contained or located within something

reside with:

to have one's home or headquarters in a specified place

Related Words

resident:

a person who resides in a particular place

residency:

the state of living in a place, especially for a specific period

Slang Meanings of reside

Meaning: to live or hang out

Example Sentence: I reside at my friend's house this weekend.