Dwell
/dwɛl/
Definitions
- (v.) To live or stay as a permanent or temporary resident in a place.
They dwell in the countryside during the summer.
- (n.) A place of residence; a dwelling-house or home.
The lease agreement covers the rental of the dwelling.
Forms
- dwelling
- dwelle
- dwells
- dwelled
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'dwell' often distinguishes between temporary and permanent residence; specifying the nature of dwelling is important in contracts.
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