habitation
Translation
habitation, dwelling
Examples
The house was not fit for human habitation.
The house was not fit for human habitation.
Signs of habitation were found in the cave.
Signs of habitation were found in the cave.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) the act of living in a place The house was not fit for human habitation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dwelling, residence, accommodation
Etymology
From Latin 'habitationem' (a dwelling), from 'habitare' (to live, dwell).
Memory Tips
This is a formal word for 'the act of living somewhere' or 'a place to live'. Think of it as the human version of 'habitat'.