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Definition of residential

residential

/ˌrɛz.ɪˈdɛn.ʃəl/
res · i · den · tial
Adverb:residentially
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residential Lexical Profile

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1

Designed for people to live in, or occupied predominantly by private homes rather than businesses or factories.

Example

"The city council voted to lower the speed limit across all residential neighborhoods."

2

Providing living accommodations on site for students, patients, or participants in a course or institution.

Example

"She enrolled in a two-week residential summer program at the university."

3

Based on or relating to the fact of living in a particular place, especially as a legal qualification or requirement.

Example

"Applicants must fulfill a three-year residential qualification before they are eligible to vote in local elections."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-17th century from 'resident' plus the adjectival suffix '-ial', ultimately tracing back to the Latin verb 'residere' ('to remain behind' or 'sit back'), from 're-' ('back') and 'sedere' ('to sit').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Residential. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/residential
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