housing
Translation
housing, accommodation
Examples
The city needs more affordable housing.
The city needs more affordable housing.
Student housing is close to the campus.
Student housing is close to the campus.
Grammar Patterns
((housing)) houses and apartments considered collectively The government provides affordable housing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accommodation, shelter, lodging
Etymology
From the verb 'to house' + the '-ing' suffix to form a noun. It refers to the provision of houses and apartments.
Memory Tips
Think of 'housing' not as a single house, but as the general concept of places for people to live.