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residential

adjectivemasculine/feminine/ʁɨzidẽsiˈal/medium

re·si·den·ci·al

Definitions

1Relating to or intended for housing, for residence.
We live in a quiet and predominantly residential neighborhood.
The street was converted into a purely residential zone.
Common collocations
residential arearesidential zoneresidential street
2Noun: An establishment that provides accommodation, often with support services, for specific groups (elderly, students, etc.).
My grandfather lives in a residential home for the elderly.
Many international students stay in university residences.
Common collocations
residential hotelresidential clinicresidential unit

Etymology

Do latim 'residentia', de 'residere' (residir).

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