First Known Use: 15th century
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hovel
noun hov·el \ˈhə-vəl, ˈhä-\
: a small, poorly built and often dirty house
Full Definition of HOVEL
1
: an open shed or shelter
2
3
: a small, wretched, and often dirty house : hut
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Origin of HOVEL
Middle English
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hovel
noun hov·el \ˈhə-vəl, ˈhä-\
Definition of HOVEL for Kids
: a small poorly built usually dirty house
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