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Household

UK /["/ˈhaʊshəʊld/"]/US /["/ˈhaʊshəʊld/"]/

Definition

all the people living together in a house or flat

In simple words: A group of people living together in a home.

Examples

Everyone in the household contributes to the chores.
The household was always filled with laughter and joy.
We need to find ways to reduce our household expenses.
The household includes both parents and their children.
She manages the household with amazing efficiency.

Usage notes

Commonly used to refer to families or individuals sharing a living space. Avoid using in very formal or academic writing without clarification.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'house full' of people that make a 'household'.

Collocations

average
domestic
private
maintain
manage
run
appliance
contents
furniture
the head of the household

Synonyms

home
family
domestic group
residence
dwelling

Antonyms

institution
public space

Common mistakes

Confused with 'house'—'household' refers to the people, whereas 'house' refers to the building.
'Household' is singular, don't use 'households' when referring to one group.
Using 'household' as a verb, when it is only a noun.