Meaning of the word households in English

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

households

US /ˈhaʊsˌhoʊldz/
UK /ˈhaʊsˌhəʊldz/

Plural Noun

all the people living together in a house or apartment

Example:
The survey included 500 households across the city.
Many households are struggling with rising energy costs.