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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Lodge
A building or structure for temporary accommodation, especially in a remote or rural area.
Definitions
- A small house or cottage, especially in a remote or rural area, used for temporary accommodation
- A building or structure used as a temporary residence, especially for travelers or sportsmen
- A local branch or meeting place of a social or fraternal organization
- To provide someone with a place to stay, especially temporarily
- To place or position something firmly or securely
Etymology of Lodge
The word "lodge" originated from the Old French word "loge", meaning "arbor" or "shelter", which is derived from the Latin word "logium", meaning "a place to live" or "a dwelling"
The word has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to a small house or cottage, and its meaning has expanded over time to include other senses, such as a place for temporary accommodation or a meeting place for a social organization
Example Uses
- The hikers found a lodge at the top of the mountain where they could rest and eat
- The company will lodge a formal complaint with the government
- The bullet lodged in the tree trunk
- The family will lodge with friends while their house is being renovated