résidence
/ʁe.zidɑ̃s/A place where someone lives, especially a large or official house.
La résidence du président est gardée jour et nuit.
The president's residence is guarded day and night.
In formal contexts, 'résidence' often refers to an official or large dwelling.
A period of living in a particular place, especially for a specific purpose.
Son séjour à Paris a été une résidence d'artiste.
His stay in Paris was an artist's residence.
This sense is often used in academic or artistic contexts.
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Legal Context
In legal documents, 'résidence' often specifies the official place of living for administrative purposes.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'residentia', meaning 'the act of residing'.
📝Usage Notes
In legal contexts, 'résidence' can refer to the place where someone officially lives for tax or administrative purposes.