houses

hous-es · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Buildings for human habitation, especially ones occupied by a family or small group.

  2. 2.

    Buildings used for a particular purpose or occupied by an institution.

  3. 3.

    Lineages or dynasties, especially royal or noble families.

Related words

See also: building, home, residence
Synonyms: dwellings, homes, residences

Etymology

From Old English hus, of Germanic origin, related to German Haus and Dutch huis.