2
a
: a niche for a sculpture
b
: the space taken out of a structural member (such as a timber) to admit the insertion of part of another
3
: something that covers or protects: such as
a
: a case or enclosure (as for a mechanical part or an instrument)
b
: a casing (such as an enclosed bearing) in which a shaft revolves
c
: a support (such as a frame) for mechanical parts
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Noun (1)
a camera with a waterproof housing for taking pictures of coral reefs and other underwater features
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Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The district is facing a cost of living gap — where employee salaries fall behind housing and health insurance costs — and a growing demand for career and technology education, all of which requires more funding for DPS, Hechavarria said.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2026
Among other things, Turner cited HUD's proposal to end liability for unintentional discrimination, known as disparate impact, which advocates say can address hidden discrimination in things like hiring, education and housing.
—Jennifer Ludden, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
The company mines granite and other materials from the quarry to make concrete, asphalt and other products, used widely in roads, schools, housing and highways.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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Parker said her budget is focused on strengthening public safety, expanding housing, improving street cleanliness and greenery, and expanding economic opportunity.
—Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The district is facing a cost of living gap — where employee salaries fall behind housing and health insurance costs — and a growing demand for career and technology education, all of which requires more funding for DPS, Hechavarria said.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2026
Among other things, Turner cited HUD's proposal to end liability for unintentional discrimination, known as disparate impact, which advocates say can address hidden discrimination in things like hiring, education and housing.
—Jennifer Ludden, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
The company mines granite and other materials from the quarry to make concrete, asphalt and other products, used widely in roads, schools, housing and highways.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Housing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/housing. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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