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Habitation Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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habitation

[หŒhรฆb.ษชหˆteษช.สƒษ™n ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

place of living

The act of inhabiting; state of dwelling; residence; usually applied to a large or imposing residence. A place of abode; a large house or building of residence, especially in the country. The act of dwelling in a place; the state of living in a particular place.

Synonyms

abode, dwelling, home, residence.

Examples of usage

  • The mansion served as a habitation for the wealthy family.
  • The habitation was surrounded by beautiful gardens and scenic views.

Translations

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Origin of 'habitation'

The word 'habitation' originated from the Latin word 'habitationem', which means 'a dwelling'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. Over time, 'habitation' has evolved to refer to a place of living or residence, often associated with a large or impressive building. The concept of habitation is essential to human civilization, as it signifies the act of inhabiting and dwelling in a particular space.

See also: habitat, habits, habitual, habitually, habituate, inhabit.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,568, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.