English

housing

ˈhaʊzɪŋ, ˈhaʊ.zɪŋ
Meaning: buildings for people to live in; the providing of such buildings
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈhaʊ.zɪŋ

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Example sentences

There is a shortage of affordable housing in this city.
There is a shortage of affordable housing in this city.
Economists predict that the housing market will stabilize by next year.
Economists predict that the housing market will stabilize by next year.
The housing market is booming in this city.
The housing market is booming in this city.
The rising interest rates have negatively affected the local housing market.
The rising interest rates have negatively affected the local housing market.
The new housing development features beautiful landscaping with native plants.
The new housing development features beautiful landscaping with native plants.

Usage Notes

Uncountable when referring to residences collectively or the policy of providing them. Can also mean a protective cover for a machine part (countable).

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