Definition

To stay or be housed in a particular place, often temporarily.

Example

During the war, soldiers would billet in local homes.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new place where we can billet for the weekend?

No, I haven't! Is it nice?

Yeah, it's supposed to be really cozy and perfect for a little getaway.

That sounds great! Let's plan to billet there soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A billet is a small piece of material, often wood or metal, that can be used for various purposes, such as fuel or manufacturing. It can also refer to a job or position of employment.

Example

He used a billet of wood to start the fire in the fireplace.

Conversation

Have you seen that new wood shop in town?

Yeah, I heard they sell great billets for firewood.

I might check it out this weekend, I need some for my fireplace.

Definition

To assign a place for someone to stay, especially for soldiers, often in a temporary manner.

Example

The commander decided to billet the troops in the nearby town.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new military training camp in town?

Yeah, I heard they need places to billet the soldiers.

I wonder if they’ll reach out to local families for help.

Root Explanation

Billet comes from Old French *billet*, meaning a small paper or note, which is derived from *bille*, meaning a stick or log. The word originally referred to a written order or note, often used in military contexts to assign soldiers to quarters.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'note' ('billet') that tells someone where to go or stay, like a message on a piece of paper.

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