adj
Uncommon
lodged
lojd
Lodged (adj) means Firmly stuck or fixed in place. Example: “The fishbone was lodged in his throat.”
adj
1
Firmly stuck or fixed in place.
"The fishbone was lodged in his throat."
"A memory of that day stayed lodged in her mind for years."
"The ball stayed lodged between the branches, far too high for us to reach."
How to use lodged
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStuck fast somewhere, whether physically (an object) or mentally (a memory or idea).
Common pairings
lodged in the throat
lodged in the mind
firmly lodged
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Frequently asked questions
What does “lodged” mean?
The word “lodged” means firmly stuck or fixed in place. In plain terms, stuck fast somewhere, whether physically (an object) or mentally (a memory or idea).
How do you pronounce “lodged”?
“Lodged” is pronounced lojd (/lɑd͡ʒd/ in IPA).
How do you use “lodged” in a sentence?
Here is “lodged” used in a sentence: “The fishbone was lodged in his throat.”
What part of speech is “lodged”?
“Lodged” is an adjective.
Is “lodged” a common word?
“Lodged” is an uncommon word in modern English.
