dwelling

noun
UK: /ˈdwel.ɪŋ/
US: /ˈdwel.ɪŋ/

  1. A house or place where someone lives.

    1. They built a small dwelling near the lake.
    2. The old village offered a peaceful dwelling for its inhabitants nestled among rolling hills.

  2. The act of living in a place.

    1. His dwelling there was short but memorable.
    2. Prolonged dwelling in damp conditions can negatively affect one's health causing respiratory problems.

Synonyms

habitation home lodging abode residence
dwelling verb

  1. Present participle of dwell: To live or stay in a particular place.

    1. She is dwelling in a small cabin now.
    2. The family is currently dwelling temporarily at their relative's residence while their home undergoes renovations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "dwelling" in English means: A house or place where someone lives., The act of living in a place..

The phonetic transcription of "dwelling" is /ˈdwel.ɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈdwel.ɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dwelling": habitation, home, lodging, abode, residence.

Example usage of "dwelling": "They built a small dwelling near the lake.". More examples on the page.