Abode

/Ι™ΛˆbΙ™ΚŠd/

The meaning and definition of Abode, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To endure without yielding; to withstand; await defiantly; to encounter; to persevere.
    β€œThe old oak tree abides the wind endlessly.”
  2. To bear patiently; to tolerate; to put up with; stand.
noun
  1. A residence, dwelling or habitation.
    β€œof no fixed abode”
  2. Stay or continuance in a place; sojourn.

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Synonyms brook put up with hold on resist dwell live

Origin

From Middle English abod.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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