lodges
Pronunciation: [ˈlɒdʒɪz]
Word
Context: “accommodation”
(noun) a lodge is a place where people can stay temporarily, like a small hotel or cabin, often in nature. People go to lodges when they want to relax or enjoy activities like hiking or fishing.
Example
We stayed at a cozy lodge in the mountains during our vacation.
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There were no lodges available in the area, so we had to camp instead.
Example
Have you ever stayed at a lodge while traveling?
Context: “housing/putting away”
(verb) to lodge something means to put it in a particular place or to deposit it somewhere. For example, you might lodge a complaint or lodge your suitcase in a hotel room.
Example
I decided to lodge my complaint with the manager about the service.
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I forgot to lodge my bag properly, and it fell over.
Example
Where should I lodge my paperwork for the new job?
Context: “legal”
(verb) to lodge can also mean to formally submit something, like a document, to an authority or organization. This is often done in legal situations.
Example
They lodged an appeal to the court after receiving the decision.
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He did not lodge his application on time, so he missed the deadline.
Example
Did you remember to lodge your tax returns before the due date?
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