domicile — a person's legal residence; a place where someone lives permanently
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person's legal residence; a place where someone lives permanently
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɑːməsaɪl/
Example Sentences
- The billionaire changed his domicile to Monaco to avoid paying higher taxes in his home country.
- The detective had to determine the suspect's legal domicile to figure out which court had jurisdiction.
- My cat thinks his domicile is wherever the warmest spot in the house happens to be that day.
domicile
NOUN[/ˈdɑːməsaɪl/]
a person's legal residence; a place where someone lives permanently
a family of three stands proudly in front of their new house holding official documents and keys. The parents smile while their child points excitedly at the front door with a welcome mat. A moving truck sits in the driveway with boxes being unloaded by movers. The mailbox shows their family name plate being installed by a postal worker. Neighbors wave from nearby houses welcoming the new residents to the community. a family establishing their permanent legal residence at this location
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'domicilium,' combining 'domus' (house) and 'colere' (to dwell or inhabit). Ancient Romans used this term to describe one's permanent legal residence, not just a temporary dwelling place.
Breakdown
domic- (from domus, meaning house) + -ile (suffix indicating place or location)
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📝Examples
“The billionaire changed his domicile to Monaco to avoid paying higher taxes in his home country.”
“The detective had to determine the suspect's legal domicile to figure out which court had jurisdiction.”
“My cat thinks his domicile is wherever the warmest spot in the house happens to be that day.”
“After retiring, they decided to domicile in a small coastal town where life moves at a slower pace.”
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