apartment

[əˈpɑːtmənt]

apartment Definition

a set of rooms for someone to live in on one level of a building or house.

Using apartment: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "apartment" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She lives in a small apartment in the city.

  • Example

    The apartment has two bedrooms and a living room.

  • Example

    I'm looking for an apartment to rent near my workplace.

apartment Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for apartment

Phrases with apartment

  • a small apartment consisting of one main room that serves as the living room, bedroom, and kitchen

    Example

    He lives in a studio apartment because it's more affordable.

  • a group of apartments that are managed as a single property

    Example

    The apartment complex has a swimming pool and a gym for residents to use.

  • apartment hunting

    the process of searching for an apartment to rent or buy

    Example

    Apartment hunting can be stressful, but it's important to find a place that suits your needs.

Origins of apartment

from French 'appartement', from Italian 'appartamento', from 'appartare' meaning 'to separate'

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Summary: apartment in Brief

An 'apartment' [əˈpɑːtmənt] is a set of rooms for someone to live in on one level of a building or house. It is commonly used as a place of residence and can range from small studios to large suites. Phrases like 'studio apartment' and 'apartment complex' describe specific types of apartments, while 'apartment hunting' refers to the process of searching for an apartment to rent or buy.

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