Dwelling
/ˈdwɛl.ɪŋ/noun
A place where someone lives.
Did you know?The term 'dwelling' can be traced back to a time when it not only meant a home but also implied a sacred space of protection and permanence.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dwel-
“to lead, bring, or stay in a place.”
Old English
OE
dwellan
“to lead or bring; to remain.”
Middle English
ME
dwellen
“to stay or abide.”
15th Century
English
dwelling
“a place of residence or habitation.”
Modern English
English
dwelling
“the act of residing in a place, a home.”