Dictionary Entry
cohabitation
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/koʊhæbɪˈteɪʃən/Word FrequencyUncommon (3.36)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)An emotional and physical intimate relationship which includes a common living place and which exists without legal or religious sanction.
In a Sentence
“Many couples choose cohabitation before marriage to test their compatibility and build a shared life.”
Published Usage Examples
“Paul Amato, a sociologist at Pennsylvania State University, says the new data suggest that maybe the effect of premarital cohabitation is becoming less of a problem than it was in the past.”
“For Stanley, the "nature of commitment at the time of cohabitation is what's important."”
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Origin
From Latin 'co-' (together) and 'habitat' (dwell).
Common Phrases
Antonyms
Poetry examples for “cohabitation”
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