Hovel: meaning, definitions and examples

Note: This appears to be a repetition of the previous word and should be described the same way.

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A poorly built and run-down building, usually small and made with makeshift materials. It often has a negative connotation of being temporary or substandard.

• He lived in a tiny shack by the river
• The old fishing shack was falling apart from years of weathering

Refers to a crudely built dwelling, often found in informal settlements or slums. It carries a negative connotation related to poverty and lack of proper housing.

• The shanty towns were overcrowded and lacked basic amenities
• They put together a shanty with scraps of wood and metal

Used to describe a simple, small dwelling, often made from natural materials like wood, grass, or mud. Commonly found in rural or wilderness areas.

• They built a small hut to shelter from the storm
• The tribal village consisted of several round thatched huts