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accommodation

[əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃ(ə)n]

accommodation Definition

  • 1a place where someone lives or stays, especially on a temporary basis
  • 2an agreement between conflicting parties to settle their differences
  • 3the process of adapting or adjusting to someone or something

Using accommodation: Examples

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

  • Example

    The hotel provides comfortable accommodation for its guests.

  • Example

    I need to find accommodation for the night.

  • Example

    The two sides reached an accommodation after weeks of negotiations.

  • Example

    The company made special accommodations for employees with disabilities.

  • Example

    The school made accommodations for students who needed extra help.

accommodation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for accommodation

Antonyms for accommodation

Phrases with accommodation

  • a place where one feels as comfortable and relaxed as in one's own home

    Example

    The cabin by the lake was our home away from home during the summer.

  • to make adjustments or provide special arrangements for someone or something

    Example

    The restaurant can make accommodations for people with dietary restrictions.

  • to come to an agreement or settlement with someone

    Example

    After several rounds of negotiations, the two sides finally reached an accommodation.

Origins of accommodation

from Latin 'accommodatio', meaning 'adjustment'

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Summary: accommodation in Brief

The term 'accommodation' [əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃ(ə)n] refers to a place where someone lives or stays temporarily, or an agreement between conflicting parties to settle their differences. It also denotes the process of adapting or adjusting to someone or something. Examples include 'The hotel provides comfortable accommodation for its guests.' and 'The two sides reached an accommodation after weeks of negotiations.' 'Accommodation' extends into phrases like 'home away from home,' and 'make accommodations,' denoting special arrangements or adjustments.

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