Definition

A place where someone can stay or a position taken by troops in a new area.

Example

The soldiers established a lodgment on the hill to prepare for the next phase of their mission.

Conversation

I found a great place for our weekend trip; it has a cozy lodgment by the lake.

That sounds perfect! I love staying close to nature.

Yeah, and it’s not too expensive either, which is a bonus.

Absolutely! I can't wait to relax there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lodgment → It is formed from "lodge" (from Old French *loger*, meaning to provide shelter) and "-ment" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or resulting state). The word "lodgment" refers to the act or state of providing shelter or a place to stay.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lodge' as providing shelter, and the '-ment' indicates the state of that action. So, lodgment is the state of having a place to stay.

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