coresidence

/kɔːrɪˈzɪdəns/

Definitions

1. noun

the state of living together in the same house or building with others, especially a family or group of unrelated people, often used to refer to a situation where multiple unrelated families or individuals share a living space.

“The coresidence of several low-income families in the same apartment complex raised concerns about overcrowding and resource allocation.”

2. noun

a shared residential space, especially one that is not necessarily a single-family home.

“The coresidence of students in a university dormitory often involves shared facilities and communal living arrangements.”

Synonyms

  • cohabitation
  • shared residence

Antonyms

  • separate residence
  • solitude