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 of lodging

• residence
• abode
• dwelling
• roof
• house
• home
• housing
• place

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

These diverse choices emphasize the value of in-park lodging for a truly connected and convenient adventure. — Will McGough, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

The park has 26 lodging options that open July 1 for a nine-month rolling advance reservation window. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 26 June 2026

Grants will go to existing organizations that already provide access to reproductive and gender-affirming care by providing funding for travel, lodging, child care and other expenses. — Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 26 June 2026

From the military to the mountains Like many other words in the English language, Hurd says, the word comes from the French word camp, which means temporary military lodgings. — Natalie Escobar, NPR, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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

Phrases Containing lodging

• board and lodging
• lodging house

Rhymes for lodging

• dodging
• dislodging

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