facilities
word · lemma: facility
Definition
Buildings, equipment, or services provided for a particular purpose, especially for comfort, convenience, or specific activities. 'Facilities' often refers to things like toilets, gyms, conference rooms, or things provided in hotels, offices, or schools.
Usage & Nuances
'Facilities' is always plural when referring to different services or buildings. Common collocations: 'medical facilities', 'sports facilities', 'toilet facilities'. Use 'facility' for a single location, but 'facilities' for a set of amenities. Not interchangeable with 'facility' meaning 'ease' or 'skill'.
Example Sentences
The hotel has excellent facilities for guests.
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Many schools have sports facilities such as gyms and swimming pools.
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There are no bathroom facilities at the park.
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Do you know if the gym's facilities are open late tonight?
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The company recently upgraded its office facilities to include a coffee bar.
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With all these modern facilities, living here is super convenient.
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