Motel
/ˈmoʊˌtɛl/
Definitions
- (n.) A commercial establishment offering lodging primarily to motorists, typically with direct access to parking spaces and rooms.
The traveler booked a room at a motel near the highway exit.
Forms
- motel
- motels
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Commentary
In legal contexts, motels are frequently differentiated from hotels in terms of property use and zoning laws, given their typical layout and business model.
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