noun Uncommon

lodging

LOD-zhihng

Lodging (noun) means a place to stay, or accommodation rented for a period. Example: “The job came with free lodging above the shop.”

noun

A place to stay, or accommodation rented for a period.

"The job came with free lodging above the shop."

"They found cheap lodging near the harbour."

How to use lodging

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomewhere to stay, especially rented rooms rather than a whole house.

Common pairings

board and lodging find lodging cheap lodging

Word forms

lodgings plural

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Etymology

From "lodge" plus the suffix "-ing."

Synonyms

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housing lodgment lodgement living accommodations

Related words

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Rhymes for lodging

dodging

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lodging” mean?

The word “lodging” means a place to stay, or accommodation rented for a period. In plain terms, somewhere to stay, especially rented rooms rather than a whole house.

How do you pronounce “lodging”?

“Lodging” is pronounced LOD-zhihng (/ˈlɑd͡ʒɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “lodging” in a sentence?

Here is “lodging” used in a sentence: “The job came with free lodging above the shop.”

What part of speech is “lodging”?

“Lodging” is a noun.

Is “lodging” a common word?

“Lodging” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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