domicile
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdɒm.ɪ.saɪl/
KK: /ˈdɑː.mɪ.saɪl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To live in a place or to have a home there.
Example
They domicile in a small town by the sea.
Tense Forms
Past: domiciled
Past Participle: domiciled
Conversation
Where do you domicile these days?
I’ve been staying in a small apartment downtown.
That sounds nice! I love the vibe of the city.
Yeah, it’s great to domicile somewhere so lively.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
inhabit
reside
dwell
Antonyms
depart
leave
vacate
noun
Definition
A place where someone lives, such as a house or apartment.
Example
After years of traveling, she finally found a domicile that felt like home.
Conversation
Have you found a new domicile yet?
Not yet, but I'm looking at a few places.
I hope you find a nice domicile soon; it's important to feel at home.
transitive verb
Definition
To establish someone or oneself in a place to live.
Example
They decided to domicile their family in a larger house.
Tense Forms
Past: domiciled
Past Participle: domiciled
Conversation
Have you decided where you will domicile for the summer?
Not yet, but I’m thinking about staying with my parents.
That sounds nice! It’s always good to have a home base to domicile at.
Root Explanation
Domicile → It is formed from "domus" (meaning house or home) and the suffix "-ile" (meaning capable of or pertaining to). The word "domicile" refers to a place that is considered a home or residence.
Memory Tip
Think of 'domus' as a house, and remember that 'domicile' means a place where you make your home.
Visually Confused Words
docile
undomiciled
docible