Meaning of the word domicile in English

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

domicile

US /ˈdɑː.mə.saɪl/

UK /ˈdɒm.ɪ.saɪl/

the country that a person treats as their permanent home, or where they have their legal residence

Example:

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His legal domicile is in France, even though he works in Germany.

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The company's principal domicile is in London.

Synonym:

residence home abode dwelling habitation

to treat a specified country as a permanent home

Example:

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He decided to domicile in Canada after living abroad for many years.

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The company is planning to domicile its main operations in a tax-friendly country.

Synonym:

reside live settle inhabit dwell