[n] Residence meaning (home, dwelling) with 5 examples

[n] Residence (1) /ˈrɛz.ɪ.dəns/ (home, dwelling) A place where someone lives, such as a house or apartment. Example sentences: The family moved into a new residence last month. Her residence is located in the city center. This building was once the residence of a famous author. The university provides on-campus residences for students. He invited us to his residence for a holiday party. Common usage tip: "Residence" is often used to refer to a formal or official home, unlike "house," which is more general.