farmhouse

noun

farm·​house ˈfärm-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce farmhouse (audio)
Synonyms of farmhousenext
: a dwelling on a farm

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The home had a modern farmhouse aesthetic prior to The Weeknd’s ownership (photos of the place after his renovations are not readily available). Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026 Birch Lane’s quilt set serves elevated farmhouse charm. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026 Daughter Nancy Haver said her mom graduated from high school in 1936 and her family’s farmhouse was electrified in 1938. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Soon after purchasing it, Das learned about three historic farmhouses in Minas Gerais that were slated for demolition. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmhouse

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First Known Use

1533, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of farmhouse was in 1533

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“Farmhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farmhouse. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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farmhouse

noun
farm·​house -ˌhau̇s How to pronounce farmhouse (audio)
: a dwelling on a farm
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