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housed

v. · adj.
US //ˈhaʊzd// UK //hˈaʊzd// housed
  1. 1 to provide living space (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    to provide a home or a place to stay for people.

    to provide individuals or groups with accommodation or shelter.

    Example

    The city housed the families in a local hotel after the fire.

    Example

    Following the natural disaster, the government housed thousands of displaced residents in temporary modular units until permanent repairs could be completed.

    Usage

    Often used in the passive voice when referring to large groups of people.
  2. 2 to contain or store (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    to be the place where something is kept or located.

    to contain, store, or provide a dedicated space for equipment, collections, or specific functions.

    Example

    This old building once housed a famous library.

    Example

    The new research facility is designed to be housed within the existing campus, ensuring that the sensitive laboratory equipment remains close to the main department.

    Usage

    Frequently used to describe buildings that have a specific purpose or contain specific items.
  3. 3 enclosed or covered (adj.)
    C1 Advanced Technical Technical

    protected by a cover or kept inside a structure.

    contained within a protective casing, shell, or building.

    Example

    The housed motor is protected from rain and dust.

    Example

    The engineers specified a housed assembly for the outdoor sensors to prevent corrosion from the salty sea air.

    Usage

    Common in mechanical or architectural contexts to describe components with a protective outer layer.

Last updated June 20, 2026