Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
house-number
noun
/haʊs ˈnʌmbər/
Definition
A unit of identification for a building or residence, used to differentiate it from others on the same street.
Examples
- The house-number on our street is easy to see from the road.
- Please write down your house-number for the delivery service.
- When giving directions, always include the house-number for accuracy.
Meaning
House numbers facilitate the locating of specific residences or buildings within a community by assigning a unique numeric or alphanumeric code.
Synonyms
- address
- street number
