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lodges

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫɑdʒəz// UK //lˈɒdʒɪz// lodges

n. small houses or cabins, often in the countryside, where people stay for a short time while on holiday.

n. small, often rustic residential buildings used as temporary accommodation for outdoor activities or as seasonal holiday homes.


SIMPLE

The family stayed in wooden lodges during their mountain holiday.

CONTEXTUAL

The national park offers several luxury lodges that provide easy access to the hiking trails.

COMPLEX

While some visitors prefer the convenience of the city, others seek out remote lodges to experience the silence of the forest and the proximity to local wildlife.

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Often refers specifically to buildings used for hunting, skiing, or nature tourism.

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