lodging

noun

lodg·​ing ˈlä-jiŋ 

1

a

: a place to live : dwelling

b

: lodgment sense 3b

2

a(1)

: sleeping accommodations

found lodging in the barn

(2)

: a temporary place to stay

a lodging for the night

b

: a room in the house of another used as a residence

—usually used in plural

3

: the act of lodging

Synonyms

• abode
• diggings
• domicile
• dwelling
• fireside
• habitation
• hearth
• hearthstone
• home
• house
• pad
• place
• quarters
• residence
• roof

Examples of lodging in a Sentence

There is gas, food, and lodging at the next highway exit.

food and lodging are two of the largest expenses of living in the city

Recent Examples on the Web

In the next 10 years, Disney’s investment will go towards updating rides, attractions, lands, lodging, entertainment and shopping without increasing the square footage or acreage of the park. —Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024

For families, the best option for lodging is the all-Inclusive Family Resort nestled in the lush jungles, gorgeous weather and expansive beaches of the island. —Anna Tingley, Variety, 7 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing lodging

• board and lodging
• lodging house

Kids Definition

lodging

noun

lodg·​ing

ˈläj-iŋ

1

: dwelling

especially : a temporary dwelling or sleeping place

2

: a room or suite of rooms in another's house rented as a dwelling

—usually used in plural