house (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /haʊs/

Definition

A building where people live, such as a family.

Examples

• They live in a small house near the park.

• The house has three bedrooms and a large garden.

• We are looking for a house to rent.

How to Use house

house of (prepositional phrase)

Used to refer to a specific type of establishment or institution. — "The house of cards collapsed quickly."

in the house (idiom)

Present in a particular place, often used to create excitement. — "The band is finally in the house!"

Synonyms of house

Words with a similar meaning to house:

• home
• residence
• dwelling
• abode

Antonyms of house

Words with the opposite meaning to house:

• apartment
• outside

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