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residence

Definition

  • noun: the state of living in a particular place
  • noun: the act or fact of dwelling in a place for some time
  • often used to refer especially to a large and impressive house where an important or wealthy person lives
  • synonyms: domicile, home, abode

Examples

  • ('US') a 'residence hall' = ('Brit') a 'hall of residence' [=a place where students live at a college or university]

  • The Queen was not 'in residence' at the palace when the fire broke out.

  • Birds have 'taken up residence' [=established a home] in the barn.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Well, people rarely notice things right in front of their eyes, don't you find? Do you have the bonds, bishop? Yes, I do, Teacher. I have chosen an Opus Dei residence for the exchange. I am honoured. By the time you get to London, I will have the Grail. -I take it the news is good, then. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code