living unit

noun

1. a dwelling intended for use by one household.

Word History and Origins

Origin of living unit¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

The general rise in standards of living combined with radical improvements in the housing stock expanded the variety and affordability of living units.

From Time

Bach living unit is an entity radically different from all others.

From Project Gutenberg

The physical and the mental grow in strength from infancy to manhood; they are a living unit.

From Project Gutenberg

In her very conformity to type, she represented so naturally a real and living unit of humanity.

From Project Gutenberg