Meaning of the word cabin in English

What does cabin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cabin

US /ˈkæb.ɪn/

UK /ˈkæb.ɪn/

a small house or shelter, especially one made of wood and located in a remote or natural area

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They spent their vacation in a cozy log cabin by the lake.

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The old trapper lived alone in his remote mountain cabin.

Synonym:

hut shack lodge cottage chalet

the passenger compartment of an aircraft or spacecraft

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The flight attendant welcomed us into the aircraft cabin.

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The astronauts prepared for re-entry in the spacecraft cabin.

Synonym:

cockpit compartment interior

a private room or compartment on a ship

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Our cruise ship had a luxurious cabin with an ocean view.

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The captain's cabin was located on the upper deck.

Synonym:

berth stateroom compartment

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cabin crew log cabin