Cabin

Definition

Cabin refers to a small, simple dwelling, typically made of wood, situated in a rural or forested area. It can also refer to a private room or compartment on a ship or aircraft.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈkæbɪn/
• Respelling: KAB-in

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈkæbɪn/
• Respelling: KAB-in

Etymology

The word "cabin" comes from the Old French word "cabine," meaning "small house or hut," which itself is derived from the Late Latin word "capanna," meaning "hut" or "cottage." The term entered the English language in the late 14th century and has since evolved to describe various types of small shelters and enclosed spaces.

Derivatives

• Cabinette (noun)
• Cabining (verb)
• Cabinlike (adjective)
• Overcabin (noun)
• Recabin (verb)

Synonyms

• Cottage
• Hut
• Chalet

Antonyms

• Mansion
• Palace
• None

Usage

The noun "cabin" is commonly used to refer to small, simple homes in the wilderness, often associated with vacation homes or rustic living, as in "We spent the weekend in a cozy mountain cabin." It is also used in transportation contexts, such as describing a passenger's private room on a ship or aircraft, as in "He booked a first-class cabin on the cruise."

Related Terms

• Lodge: A large house or hotel in a forest or mountain area, often used for vacation or recreation.
• Bungalow: A small house or cottage, typically one story.
• Compartment: A separate section of a vehicle, often referring to train or ship cabins.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A small house or shelter in a rural or wilderness area: Refers to a simple, often wooden structure used for shelter, typically in the countryside.
  • Example: "They built a log cabin by the lake."
• A private room on a ship or aircraft: Refers to an enclosed space where passengers or crew members sleep or rest during travel.
  • Example: "She stayed in a luxurious cabin during the cruise."