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What is slang for house?

Here are some slang terms for "house," categorized for clarity:

General:

* Cribs: This is a very common slang term for house, often used in a casual way to refer to someone's residence.

* Pad: Similar to "crib," this term is also casual and implies a place to live.

* Digs: This is another common slang term for a house, usually used in a casual or humorous way.

* Home sweet home: While not strictly slang, this phrase is often used as a playful way to refer to one's house.

More specific:

* Doss house: This slang term refers to a house used for sleeping, often a cheap and temporary place to stay.

* Crash pad: Similar to "doss house," this term is used for a temporary place to sleep, especially when traveling.

* Mansion: A slang term for a very large and luxurious house.

* Shack: This term is often used for a small, humble, or ramshackle house.

* Hacienda: A large house, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries.

Regional/Cultural:

* Flat: This term is common in British English and refers to an apartment.

* Roost: This term is often used in Australia and New Zealand for a house or apartment.

The specific slang term used will often depend on the context and the speaker's personal preferences.

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