# white house

**Pronunciation:** /waɪt haʊs/ · WITE-hows

**Part of speech:** noun

## Meaning

The official residence and workplace of the President of the United States.

## Examples

- The White House issued a statement regarding the new economic policy.
- Security around the White House was tightened during the international summit.
- Many tourists gather outside the White House to take photographs of the historic building.

## Synonyms

- executive mansion — A formal, slightly dated term for the residence of a head of state.

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