dwelling

[dwel-ing]

noun

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

dwelling

/ ˈdwɛlɪŋ /

noun

1. formal,  a place of residence

Other Word Forms

• multidwelling noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of dwelling¹

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

Synonym Study

See house.

Example Sentences

The dwelling reappeared on the market at the lower price of $39.9 million in January, but again, it struggled to secure an offer.

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Realtor.com records indicate that the dwelling in question was purchased for $7.1 million on Oct.

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Wellness has also been factored into the second dwelling, which will be equipped with hot and cold plunge pools, as well as a spacious courtyard in which multiple palm trees have already been planted.

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Flooding may displace crocodiles from their natural dwellings, Jamaican health officials said.

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It’s seeking to upgrade the current permit process, utilizing artificial intelligence to get nearly instantaneous permit reviews for single-family homes and accessory dwelling units, as well as reduce permit fees for restaurants with outdoor dining.

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