Dwell
/dwɛl/noun
To live or reside in a place.
Did you know?In ancient belief systems, the act of dwelling was often linked to the spiritual essence of a location, suggesting that our homes harbor unseen forces and energies.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dʰwel-
“to be strong, flourish, or grow”
Old English
Old English
dwellan
“to lead or guide; to stay or remain in a place”
Middle English
Middle English
dwelien
“to linger, delay, or remain in a location”
Modern English
English
dwell
“to reside or inhabit a place, often with a connotation of permanence or habitual presence.”