variants or lodgement
Definition of lodgmentnext
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as in lodging
a place to sleep and related amenities for the temporary use of a tourist or traveler dismayed at the shabby lodgments that were the only option of cross-country travelers at the time

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Recent Examples of lodgment Advancing up to a mile in a month or so and seizing a lodgment in the Ukrainian defenses surrounding Pokrovsk, the Russians are now in a position to exploit this gain. David Axe, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025 Typically, the bike troops lead an assault, speeding into new positions to secure safe lodgments for follow-on forces including increasingly precious tanks and other armored vehicles. David Axe, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lodgment
Noun
  • Examination of the wreckage showed the deicing systems on the less than 5-year-old plane worked and ice accumulation did not cause the crash, according to the NTSB’s report.
    Aaron Cooper, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
  • The facility’s long-term plan prevents environmental accumulation in the far north.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026
Noun
  • However, homes and spare bedrooms can enter the lodging market temporarily, then return to residential use.
    Tim Komarek, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Along the way, travelers will pass through many towns that offer sleeping accommodations, including guesthouses, lodgings, mountain huts, hotels, hostels, and campsites, according to Thru-Hiking, an online community for long-distance hikers.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Their collection confidently showcases sleek party dresses with an ’80s flair, exuding valor and playfulness.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The Disney results come on the heels of Orange County announcing its tourist-tax collections dipped in June, ending a record run of 14 months in June.
    Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • These standard or junior-suite accommodations come with an enhanced wellness program layered on top of the room itself.
    Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • It is outfitted with 60 generous staterooms, with guest accommodation spread across two decks.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • The talk of its future was huge though, with anticipation by the everyday user rising with hope for instant communications and exponentially easier information gathering.
    Robbie Morrison, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Alongside the citywide gallery program, ARTnews will present the Art Week NYC Hub, a gathering place for live interviews, panel discussions, artist talks, and editorial programming featuring many of the leading voices shaping today’s art world.
    News Desk, Artforum, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • With mixer at low speed, add flour mixture and mix until just incorporated.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Stir flour mixture into banana mixture until just combined; stir in pecans.
    Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026

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“Lodgment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lodgment. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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