cottage

noun

ˈkä-tij How to pronounce cottage (audio)
Definition of cottagenext
as in cabin
an often small house for recreational or seasonal use for a month every summer we rent a cottage on the ocean

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Recent Examples of cottage Michael Max, Compass, (847) 323-4619 San Antonio This 1903 three-bedroom Queen Anne cottage in the Nathan Historic District is a short walk from the San Antonio River. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 17 Aug. 2026 In addition to that house, visitors can see another cottage that has been renovated and turned into Airbnbs. — Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026 The natural fabric layers seamlessly into English cottages, cozy urban apartments, and relaxed California homes alike, delivering gentle movement without overwhelming a space. — Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 The historic cottage was recently purchased by billionaire hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin with plans to move it to Coconut Grove. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cottage
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cabin
Noun
  • The rooms The rooms strike a balance between midcentury A-frame and a modern alpine cabin.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Flagship carriers including American, Lufthansa, Riyadh Air and Singapore Airlines are all struggling to navigate the lengthy, multi-year approval process for bespoke cabins.
    — Edward Russell, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of cabin

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