Accommodations
/əˈkämədədˌzheɪʃən/
nounIntermediateVery CommonGeneral
Meaning
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The arrangement or provision of something (such as lodging, meals, or transportation) to meet someone's needs or to make something possible.
/əˈkämədədˌzheɪʃən/
nounneutralIntermediate
General
Arrangement to satisfy wants or needs
The conference center offers a range of accommodations including catering, audio-visual equipment, and high-speed internet.
How It's Used
Hospitality
"The hotel offers various accommodations to suit the needs of their guests."
Education
"The university provides accommodations for students with disabilities."
From the Latin verb 'commodare' meaning 'to fit, adjust' through French 'accommoder'.
First used in English in the late 15th century.
Memory tip
Imagine 'making room' for someone's needs.
Practice
Base: accommodate
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