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residence

/ˈrezɪdəns/
English Definition
n. place where one lives
中文释义
住所,居住
Example Sentence

The archaeologist's primary residence was a modest cottage near the excavation site in the valley.

这位考古学家的主要住所是山谷中挖掘地点附近的一座简朴小屋。

Synonyms
dwelling home abode
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
reside(live)+nce(noun).
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “residence”?

  1. A The remains of something that has been badly damaged or destroyed
  2. B The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something
  3. C The act of making something known
  4. D Place where one lives
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D — Place where one lives. “residence” means place where one lives.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “place where one lives”?

  1. A residence
  2. B disclosure
  3. C reputation
  4. D wreckage
Show answer

A — residence. “residence” means place where one lives.

Common questions about “residence”

What does “residence” mean?

residence — place where one lives. In Chinese: 住所,居住.

How do you pronounce “residence”?

residence is pronounced /ˈrezɪdəns/.

How is “residence” used in a sentence?

The archaeologist's primary residence was a modest cottage near the excavation site in the valley. (这位考古学家的主要住所是山谷中挖掘地点附近的一座简朴小屋。)

What are synonyms for “residence”?

dwelling, home, abode — all close in meaning to residence (place where one lives).

Is “residence” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. residence is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “residence”?

reside(live)+nce(noun).

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