houseguest
1 synonym for houseguest, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone staying overnight or longer as a visitor in another person's home.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
house guest
Etymology
From house + guest.
Full origin of houseguest →Frequently asked questions
What does “houseguest” mean?
The word “houseguest” means someone staying overnight or longer as a visitor in another person's home. In plain terms, a visitor who stays with you, as opposed to just dropping by.
How do you pronounce “houseguest”?
“Houseguest” is pronounced HOWS-gehst (/ˈhaʊsˌɡɛst/ in IPA).
How do you use “houseguest” in a sentence?
Here is “houseguest” used in a sentence: “We put fresh towels out for our houseguest.”
What part of speech is “houseguest”?
“Houseguest” is a noun.
