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    Lodge

    /lɒdʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A temporary dwelling, often for travelers or visitors.
    They found a lodge near the lake where they could spend the night.
    A local branch of a fraternal organization.
    He is a member of the Masonic lodge in his hometown.
    verb
    To present or file something formally.
    He decided to lodge a complaint with the manager about the noise.
    To provide shelter or accommodation.
    We will lodge at a cozy cabin in the woods for the weekend.
    To become stuck or caught.
    The arrow lodged itself in the tree.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'lodgen', from Old French 'loger', meaning to house.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lodge a complaint:
    To formally submit a grievance or issue.
    lodge in one's throat:
    To feel something stuck and difficult to speak about.
    lodge (someone) in:
    To accommodate someone for a period.

    Related Words

    lodging
    Temporary accommodation, such as a room or a house.
    lodger
    A person who rents a room in someone else's house.
    lodgepole
    A type of tree commonly used in the construction of lodges.

    Slang Meanings

    To crash at someone's place.
    I need somewhere to crash tonight—can I lodge with you?
    To file a complaint hastily.
    She lodged the issue with HR on Monday.