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abode

1

[ uh-bohd ]

noun

  1. a place in which a person resides; residence; dwelling; habitation; home.
  2. an extended stay in a place; sojourn.


abode

2

[ uh-bohd ]

verb

  1. a simple past tense and past participle of abide.

abode

1

/ əˈbəʊd /

noun

  1. a place in which one lives; one's home
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

abode

2

/ əˈbəʊd /

verb

  1. a past tense and past participle of abide
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of abode1

1200–50; Middle English abood a waiting, delay, stay; akin to abide
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Word History and Origins

Origin of abode1

C17: n formed from abide
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Example Sentences

Chaudhary, of no fixed abode, was handed a hospital order "until further order", as well as restraining and restriction orders.

From BBC

De Rothschild’s neighbors believed he was a wealthy man, but his residence gives little sense that it once was a glamorous canyon abode.

From there we are led to what we are told is Henry’s camper, a fantastically cozy abode filled with miniaturize installations and hidden nooks.

Whitla, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to murdering Mr Gibson, as well as common assault and false imprisonment of his girlfriend.

From BBC

Your route today heads either along the beach or a bike path lined with colorful coastal abodes, leading you to the Hermosa Beach Municipal Pier, where you can catch some heated volleyball matches.

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