Boarding House
/ˈbɔːrdɪŋ haʊs/
Definitions
- (n.) A building where lodging and meals are provided for paying guests, often under a single proprietor, subject to various housing and regulatory laws.
The tenant signed a lease for a room in the boarding house.
Forms
- boarding house
- boarding houses
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Commentary
In legal contexts, boarding houses often fall under specific residential tenancy or housing regulations, distinct from hotels or inns; lease agreements and health/safety codes commonly govern such establishments.
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