dwelling

American

[dwel-ing] / ˈdwɛl ɪŋ /

noun

a building or place of shelter to live in; place of residence; abode; home.

dwelling British

/ ˈdwɛlɪŋ /

noun

formal a place of residence

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Related Words

See house.

Other Word Forms

multidwelling noun

Etymology

Origin of dwelling

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; dwell + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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The dwelling has undergone several significant renovations since then, now serving as the epitome of the classic American abode.

From MarketWatch

Located in the picturesque neighborhood of Santa Paula, the five-bedroom dwelling is described as being “more than a home,” with the listing hailing it as a “rare retreat-style compound offering privacy, scale, and versatility.”

From MarketWatch

Ms. Rayner said she regretted not seeking appropriate tax advice after buying the dwelling.

From The Wall Street Journal

But there was no point dwelling on what had been.

From Literature

The dwelling had also listed for rent at $9,000 a month in April 2025, however, then swiftly swiped off the rental market weeks later.

From MarketWatch

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