domicile

/dɒmɪsɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A person’s permanent or primary home or residence, especially for tax purposes.

“The company’s executives have multiple domiciles due to their frequent travel.”

2. noun

A place or territory where a particular animal or insect typically lives or breeds.

“The park is a natural habitat and domicile for many species of birds.”

3. noun

A place or territory with a particular law, customs, or system of government.

“The domicile of the kingdom is a sovereign state.”

4. verb

To settle or establish someone or something in a particular place or territory.

“The migrants will domicile in the new city for work and education.”

Synonyms

  • abode
  • home
  • residence

Antonyms

  • nomad
  • wanderer