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reside

verb re·side \ri-ˈzīd\

: to live in a particular place

: to exist or be present

re·sid·edre·sid·ing

Full Definition of RESIDE

intransitive verb
1
a :  to be in residence as the incumbent of a benefice or office
b :  to dwell permanently or continuously :  occupy a place as one's legal domicile
2
a :  to be present as an element or quality
b :  to be vested as a right
re·sid·er noun
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Origin of RESIDE

Middle English, from Middle French or Latin; Middle French resider, from Latin residēre to sit back, remain, abide, from re- + sedēre to sit — more at sit
First Known Use: 15th century
RESIDER Defined for Kids

reside

verb re·side \ri-ˈzīd\
re·sid·edre·sid·ing

Definition of RESIDE for Kids

1
:  to live permanently and continuously :  dwell
2
:  to have its place :  exist <The choice resides in the voters.>

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