Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

second-home

noun

/ˈsɛk.ənd hoʊm/

Definition

A secondary residence that someone owns and uses in addition to their primary home.

Examples

Many families dream of having a second home by the beach where they can relax during the summer.
After years of saving, she finally purchased a second home in the mountains.
The real estate market for second homes has seen a surge in recent years.

Meaning

A second-home refers to a house or apartment that a person owns and uses for leisure, vacation, or recreation purposes, separate from their main place of residence.