White House, the

American  

noun

1. Also called Executive Mansion.  the official residence of the president of the United States, in Washington, D.C.: a large, two-story, freestone building painted white.

2. the executive branch of the U.S. federal government.

   the White House's tax policy.

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Example Sentences

Inheriting a strong economy and with control of the House, Senate and White House, the momentum was on President Donald Trump’s side.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

He declined to comment on Justice Department subpoenas, criticism from the White House, the value of the dollar, or whether he plans to remain on the Fed’s board after his term as chair ends.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

As Machado left the White House, the scope of the discussions between her and the president remained unclear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

By the time Zelensky entered the White House, the atmosphere appeared to have changed.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

Rather than seek refuge from the cold inside the White House, the women paced back and forth on wooden planks to get their feet off the icy-cold sidewalks.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling