habitation
Translation
habitation, dwelling, residence
Examples
The old house was unfit for human habitation.
The old house was unfit for human habitation.
This area shows signs of early human habitation.
This area shows signs of early human habitation.
Grammar Patterns
fit/unfit for ((human)) habitation. The building was declared unfit for human habitation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: residence, dwelling, abode, home
Etymology
From Latin 'habitare' meaning 'to live, dwell', which comes from 'habere' meaning 'to have, hold'.
Memory Tips
Think of an animal's 'habitat'. 'Habitation' is the more formal term for a human's dwelling or the act of living somewhere.