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Definition of household

household

/ˈhaʊs.hoʊld/
house · hold
Plural:households
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household Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A house and its occupants regarded as a single unit, typically including a family or a group of individuals living together.

Example

"The census requires that one adult fill out the form on behalf of the entire household."

2

The management and maintenance of domestic affairs and a home.

Example

"She was responsible for the household, ensuring that groceries were stocked and bills were paid."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'houshold', a combination of 'hous' (house) and 'hold' (the action of holding or what is held), emerging in the late 14th century to describe the contents and inhabitants of a dwelling.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Household. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/household
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