HOVEL Meaning and
Definition
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A hovel is a noun that refers to a small, poorly constructed and extremely humble dwelling or shelter. It typically lacks the basic amenities and comforts found in more modern or well-maintained homes. The term is often used to describe a dilapidated, cramped, or squalid living space that affords little protection from the elements.
Characterized by its simplicity and crude construction, a hovel is generally made from cheap or salvaged materials such as scrap wood, corrugated metal, or mud. It may have a thatched or patched roof and uneven floors, with walls that offer limited insulation or structural integrity. This type of dwelling is commonly associated with poverty, hardship, or rural areas where resources and access to better housing are limited or prohibitively expensive.
The word "hovel" can also be used metaphorically to describe any space or environment that is run-down, cramped, or unappealing. It often conjures up images of squalor, destitution, or substandard living conditions. Although the term can carry negative connotations, it serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by individuals or communities who lack proper housing and underscores the pressing need for improved living conditions and social equity.
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• A shed; a mean habitation.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for HOVEL
Etymology of HOVEL
The word hovel is of Old English origin. It can be traced back to the 13th century and has evolved from the Old English word hof, meaning a small farmstead or courtyard. In Middle English, it transformed into hovel, referring to a small, crude, and humble dwelling. This word likely derived from an earlier Germanic source, as it is related to the Middle Dutch word hovel, which also meant a hut or shed.
Similar spelling words for HOVEL
- hive,
- hotel,
- hobble,
- novel,
- heel,
- hoefle,
- hole,
- hoopla,
- shovel,
- howl,
- hopewell,
- hopple,
- have,
- hover.
Conjugate verb Hovel
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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would be hoveling
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would be hoveling
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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would have hovel
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would have hovel
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would have hovel
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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would have been hoveling
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FUTURE
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will hovel
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have hoveled
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
you
hovel
we
let´s hovel
to hovel
PAST
I
hoveled
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hoveled
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hoveled
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hoveled
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hoveled
PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was hoveling
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were hoveling
PAST PARTICIPLE
hoveled
PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
I
hovel
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hovel
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hovels
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hovel
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hovel
PRESENT CONTINUOUS
I
am hoveling
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are hoveling
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is hoveling
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are hoveling
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
hoveling
PRESENT PERFECT
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have hoveled
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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