Word
housed
US/ˈhaʊzd/
UK/hˈaʊzd/
Definitions
01to provide living space
v. to provide a home or a place to stay for people.
v. to provide individuals or groups with accommodation or shelter.
“The city housed the families in a local hotel after the fire.”
“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.
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02to contain or store
v. to be the place where something is kept or located.
v. to contain, store, or provide a dedicated space for equipment, collections, or specific functions.
“This old building once housed a famous library.”
“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.
03enclosed or covered
adj. protected by a cover or kept inside a structure.
adj. contained within a protective casing, shell, or building.
“The housed motor is protected from rain and dust.”
“The engineers specified a housed assembly for the outdoor sensors to prevent corrosion from the salty sea air.”
Technical
Usage
Common in mechanical or architectural contexts to describe components with a protective outer layer.
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Real-World Examples
“Built between 1922 and 1926, the Grand Mosque housed a prayer room, a library, a hammam – or public bath – a hostel and a restaurant.” “Like AI systems, Bitcoin relies on vast networks of powerful computers housed in data centres.” Scan code
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