noun
Uncommon
abode
uh-BOHD
Abode (noun) means a place where someone lives; a home or dwelling. Example: “The mansion became his humble abode after the divorce.”
noun
1
A place where someone lives; a home or dwelling.
"The mansion became his humble abode after the divorce."
"Welcome to my humble abode."
How to use abode
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA fancy or literary word for "home" or "residence."
When to use it
Formal or humorous — often used ironically, as in "my humble abode."
Common pairings
humble abode
permanent abode
place of abode
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Word forms
- Plural
- abodes
- Third person singular
- abodes
- Past tense
- aboded
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Etymology
From Old English abad, related to abidan ("to abide, remain") — an abode is literally a place where you "abide."
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What does “abode” mean?
The word “abode” means a place where someone lives; a home or dwelling. In plain terms, a fancy or literary word for "home" or "residence.".
How do you pronounce “abode”?
“Abode” is pronounced uh-BOHD (/əˈboʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “abode” in a sentence?
Here is “abode” used in a sentence: “The mansion became his humble abode after the divorce.”
What is another word for “abode”?
Words with a similar meaning to “abode” include crib, digs, domicile, dwelling, flop and habitation.
What part of speech is “abode”?
“Abode” is a noun.
Where does the word “abode” come from?
The word “abode” comes from Old English. From Old English abad, related to abidan ("to abide, remain") — an abode is literally a place where you "abide.".
Is “abode” a common word?
“Abode” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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