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Synonyms & Similar Words
family
home
residence
dwelling
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householders
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homestead
mansion
estate
farm
ranch
cottage
bungalow
villa
apartment
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condominium
coop
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nest
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Meaning of Household
The primary meaning of the word "Household" refers to a group of people living together in a house, flat, or other dwelling.
Definitions
- A household is a social unit, typically consisting of people living together in the same dwelling, including relatives, spouses, and dependents.
- * It can also refer to the people who live in a particular house or flat, including servants or other employees.
- * In a broader sense, a household is a basic social and economic unit, often used as a basis for census and other demographic data.
Etymology of Household
The word "Household" has its roots in Old English "hūs" meaning house and "weald" meaning ruler or master, later influenced by Old Norse "húsbóndi" meaning householder or master of the house.
The term initially referred to the head of a household or the master of a house, but over time, it evolved to include the group of people living together under one roof.
Example Uses
- The household income has decreased significantly due to the economic downturn.
- * The household chores were divided among the family members to maintain a clean and organized home.
- * The average household size in the city has decreased over the past decade.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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