houses
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈhaʊsəz// UK //hˈaʊzɪz// hous·es
n. buildings where people live, usually as a family. They are permanent structures with walls and a roof.
n. buildings that serve as living quarters for one or more families or households.
The street is lined with beautiful old houses.
Many modern houses are now built with solar panels to help reduce energy costs for the families living inside.
The architectural style of the houses in this district reflects the transition from traditional brickwork to the more experimental glass and steel designs of the late twentieth century.
Usage
The plural form of 'house'. The final 's' is pronounced as a /z/ sound, unlike the /s/ in the singular form.