Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doss-house
noun
/ˈdɒs haʊs/
Definition
A doss-house is a type of accommodation providing cheap lodging or sleeping quarters for homeless or transient individuals.
Examples
- After a long day, he decided to find a nearby doss-house to rest his weary head.
- Many travelers in the city opt for a doss-house when they are low on funds.
- During the winter months, the local charity opened a doss-house to provide shelter for those in need.
Meaning
The term is often associated with a place that offers basic and sometimes overcrowded sleeping arrangements, typically lacking many amenities.
Synonyms
- Flophouse
- Shelter
- Hostel
- Bedding house
