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unhoused

|un/housed|

B2

/ʌnˈhaʊzd/

without a home

Etymology
Etymology Information

'unhoused' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'housed' meaning 'provided with a house or shelter'.

Historical Evolution

'unhoused' evolved from the Middle English word 'unhousen', which meant 'to deprive of a house'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to deprive of a house', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking a permanent place to live'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

lacking a permanent place to live; homeless.

Many unhoused individuals seek shelter in public spaces.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39