townhouse

Meanings

• noun

  A type of dwelling that is attached to other houses in a row and has its own entrance on the side or at the back. It is usually designed with multiple floors and is often found in urban areas.

  - "The family bought a townhouse in the city."
  - "They were looking for a spacious townhouse with three bedrooms."

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Variants

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town house , town houses

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Etymology

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The word 'townhouse' comes from the Old English 'town' meaning 'settlement' and 'hus' meaning 'house'. It refers to a house or dwelling located in a town or urban area.

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Trivia

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1. The White House in Washington, D.C. is technically a townhouse, as it is attached to the Treasury Building.

2. Townhouses can be found in many cities around the world, including London, Paris, and New York City.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rowhouse: A synonym for townhouse, referring to a house that is attached to other houses in a row and has its own entrance on the side or at the back.

2. Apartment: A type of housing where individuals or families rent a unit in a larger building, often with shared common areas.

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Culture

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Townhouses have been a popular housing option in urban areas since the 18th and 19th centuries. They are often associated with a sense of community and urban living. Townhouses have been featured in literature and art, including the works of Mark Twain and Edith Wharton.

How to Memorize "townhouse"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a row of houses with entrances on the side or back. Each house is connected to the others, forming a continuous line of residences.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a cozy urban living experience, with neighbors living close by but still maintaining their privacy.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'Town' and 'House' to help remember the definition of a townhouse.

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