roommate

/ˈruːmmeɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who shares accommodation with another, typically in a rented house or apartment, and often has a reciprocal agreement to pay the rent and utility bills.

“My roommate and I are planning a party for the weekend.”

2. verb

To share accommodation with someone as a roommate.

“We roommated together for two years before deciding to move apart.”

Synonyms

  • flatmate
  • flatshare
  • housemate

Antonyms

  • landlord
  • tenant