residential
Meaning
Pertaining to or designed for the accommodation of residents, often characterized by a focus on living spaces and community amenities, as opposed to commercial or industrial use; frequently associated with urban planning and housing policy.
💡 The term "residential" is often misused in contexts where "commercial" or "industrial" would be more appropriate; it specifically implies a focus on living environments rather than business or manufacturing.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Walking
down
the
quiet
street
,
she
noted
how
the
residential
buildings
were
set
back
from
the
road
,
creating
small
front
gardens
and
wide
pavements
.
The
low
density
of
housing
encouraged
neighbours
to
meet
at
the
corner
caf
é,
where
communal
benches
and
a
small
playground
made
the
area
feel
inclusive
.
City
planners
had
recently
improved
public
transport
links
and
added
cycle
lanes
,
a
practical
response
to
concerns
about
accessibility
and
environmental
impact
.
Although
the
street
remained
calm
in
the
afternoon
,
occasional
deliveries
and
maintenance
work
reminded
her
that
a
residential
quarter
still
required
careful
management
.
She
paused
to
appreciate
the
balance
between
private
spaces
and
shared
amenities
,
convinced
that
thoughtful
urban
design
can
enhance
everyday
life
.
Common Phrases
residential area
residential complex
residential zoning
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