Home Slang

Crib:
- Meaning: A person’s residence or home.
  - Sample sentence: We’re having a movie night at my crib; feel free to join us.
Digs:
- Meaning: One’s living accommodations or residence.
  - Sample sentence: His new digs in the city are small but cozy.
Estate:
- Meaning: A stylish or luxurious home.
  - Sample sentence: The celebrity’s new estate is equipped with a pool and a private gym.
Flat:
- Meaning: An apartment or living space.
  - Sample sentence: She moved into a new flat in the city center.
Gaff:
- Meaning: A house or dwelling.
  - Sample sentence: The party’s at John’s gaff this weekend; it’s going to be epic.
Humble abode:
- Meaning: A modest or simple home.
  - Sample sentence: Welcome to my humble abode; it may not be big, but it’s cozy.
Joint:
- Meaning: A place where one lives; home.
  - Sample sentence: I’ll meet you at your joint before we head out.
Pad:
- Meaning: A place of residence or home.
  - Sample sentence: Come over to my pad later, and we can order some food.
Quarters:
- Meaning: Living accommodations, often used in a military context.
  - Sample sentence: The new recruits will be assigned quarters on the base.
Roost:
- Meaning: A place where one lives or stays.
  - Sample sentence: After a long day, I just want to go back to my roost and relax.
Spot:
- Meaning: A location or place, often referring to one’s home.
  - Sample sentence: This is my spot; I’ve lived in this neighborhood for years.
Turf:
- Meaning: Territory or neighborhood where someone resides.
  - Sample sentence: We’re loyal to our turf and support local businesses.
Uptown:
- Meaning: A more affluent or upscale area of town.
  - Sample sentence: She recently moved uptown to a fancier neighborhood.
Vicinity:
- Meaning: The surrounding area or neighborhood.
  - Sample sentence: Our new place is in the vicinity of several great restaurants and parks.
Whistle-stop:
- Meaning: A small and unassuming home.
  - Sample sentence: We live in a whistle-stop, but it’s perfect for us.