Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

row-house

noun
/ˈroʊ ˌhaʊs/
Definition
A row-house is a type of housing where multiple individual homes share common walls.
Examples
  • She lived in a charming row-house in the city.
  • The architecture of the row-houses gives the street a distinctive look.
  • Many row-houses have small gardens out front.
Meaning
Row-houses are typically found in urban areas and are built in a line, with each unit having its own entrance.
Synonyms
  • Terraced house
  • Townhouse
  • Row home