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housemate
This term describes a domestic arrangement based on shared living space, often implying a peer-to-peer relationship rather than a landlord-tenant dynamic. It carries a neutral to positive connotation, suggesting a level of social coexistence and shared responsibility for the household.
While similar to roommate, housemate is more precise in British English to denote people sharing a house, whereas roommate in American English can refer to someone sharing a single bedroom in a dormitory or apartment.
Meanings
Examples
I need to find a new housemate by next month to help with the rent.
My housemate always leaves dirty dishes in the sink.
I wonder if my housemate noticed that I borrowed her charger.
She is more than just a housemate; she is my best friend.
We decided to create a chore chart for every housemate in the building.
The housemate from the third floor is incredibly noisy at night.
I hope my next housemate is a bit cleaner than this one.