lodge
word
Definition
As a verb, "lodge" can mean to stay somewhere temporarily or to formally submit something such as a complaint or application. As a noun, it can mean a small house, cabin, or place to stay, especially in the countryside.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal contexts for complaints: "lodge a complaint/appeal/claim." For accommodation, it sounds more formal or old-fashioned than "stay." As a noun, "lodge" often suggests a rustic or nature-based place such as a "mountain lodge" or "ski lodge."
Example Sentences
We lodged in a small hotel near the station.
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She will lodge a complaint with the manager.
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We lodged with some friends for a couple of nights while our apartment was being painted.
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The family stayed in a wooden lodge by the lake.
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If the package doesn’t arrive by Friday, I’m going to lodge a claim.
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That ski lodge looks expensive, but the view must be incredible.
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