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A room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay
A building or buildings and the land belonging to it or them
Buildings or housing structures collectively
Plural for a place where one lives or calls home
“Susan Mayer lived in a house located on Wisteria Lane.”
Plural for the people living in a house
“The whole house takes it in turn to do the various chores that need doing.”
Plural for a family with its ancestors and descendants
“Mountbatten was born to a family closely related to the house of Windsor.”
Plural for a firm or institution
“The internet giant has not forgotten its humble beginnings as a small publishing house.”
Plural for a legislative or deliberative assembly
“The legislature has two houses, the house of senators and the house of deputies.”
Plural for the audience for a live theatrical or similar performance
“His performance would earn a well-deserved round of applause from the house.”
Plural for a restaurant, inn or similar establishment
“Drinks are on the house this evening!”
To provide with shelter or accommodation
“I would graciously house the backpackers in my spare bedroom.”
To keep within a structure or container
“The museum will house the ancient artifact in a display case for public viewing.”
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