residency
/ˈɹɛzɪdənsi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: residencies
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The condition of being a resident of a particular place.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The home or residence of a person, especially in the colonies.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “residency” mean?
The condition of being a resident of a particular place.
Is “residency” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.