cohabitation
|co/hab/i/ta/tion|
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/koʊˌhæbɪˈteɪʃən/
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/kəʊˌhæbɪˈteɪʃən/
living together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cohabitation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'cohabitatio', where 'co-' meant 'together' and 'habitare' meant 'to dwell'.
Historical Evolution
'cohabitatio' transformed into the Old French word 'cohabitation', and eventually became the modern English word 'cohabitation'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'living together', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of living together in the same dwelling, especially as a couple without being married.
Cohabitation has become more common in recent years.
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Last updated: 2025/02/13 20:57