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Houses

Buildings used as shelter for a family or household.

homes dwellings

Houses are buildings used as shelters, typically for one family or household.

Pronunciation

/haʊs/

Etymology

From Old English hūs, from Proto-West Germanic *hūs.

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Houses are buildings where people live with their families or in small groups, like a cozy place to sleep and eat.

Fun Facts

The oldest known house is believed to be in Langa, Albania, dating back 7000 years
Some houses are built underground for temperature regulation
Houses come in many shapes and sizes, from tiny cottages to large mansions

FAQ

What is a house? A building used as shelter for a family or household
Who lives in houses? Families, individuals, or small groups of people
What are houses made of? Various materials like wood, brick, concrete, or stone

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

residences buildings

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

buildings structures

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

bungalow apartment townhouse cabin

Meronyms — Parts or Components

walls roof windows doors

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

neighborhood community

Indexes

artificial structure residential area

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