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multifamily

American  
[muhl-tee-fam-uh-lee, -fam-lee, muhl-tahy-] / ˌmʌl tiˈfæm ə li, -ˈfæm li, ˌmʌl taɪ- /

adjective

  1. designed or suitable for the use of several or many families.

    multifamily apartment buildings.


Etymology

Origin of multifamily

multi- + family

Example Sentences

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Instead, the city decided it could spend about $5.6 million razing them and prepping the hill for 100-plus multifamily units.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

The law preempts local control to legalize midrise and high-rise multifamily housing, unlocking zoning for up to 1.5 million new units in major cities, including Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“There is no proof that multifamily rental housing providers are hugely increasing rents for impacted homeowners,” Rojas said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Advocates said it would clear the way for mixed-use developments with more small-scale homes and multifamily construction.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Everyone in this neighborhood lives in multifamily buildings.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds

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