residence

//ˈrɛzɪdəns//
B2Frequency Level 8Formal
Visual representation of residence

Noun

residenceSingular
residencesPlural
1

A place where someone lives; a house or other dwelling

They bought a new residence in the suburbs.

2

The fact of living in a particular place

You must prove residence in the country for at least five years.

3

The official house or location where a person in authority lives, especially a governor, ambassador, or other dignitary

The ambassador invited us to dinner at his official residence.

4

The period of time during which someone lives in a place

After five years of residence in the country, you can apply for citizenship.