condo

con-do · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An individually owned unit in a multi-unit building (informal short form of condominium).

  2. 2.

    A building containing such units.

Forms

plural: condos

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    condo association — a group that manages a condominium building
  • •
    condo fees — monthly charges for common expenses

Related words

See also: apartment, condominium, flat
Synonyms: apartment, condominium, flat

Etymology

Shortened form of "condominium," from Latin "con-" (together) and "dominium" (ownership, domain), coined in American English in the mid-20th century.