Lodgement

Pronunciation: /lɑdʒmənt/

Definitions of lodgement

noun a place in which something is lodged or deposited

Example Sentences

A1 I made a lodgement at the bank this morning.

A2 She completed the lodgement slip before approaching the teller.

B1 The lodgement of the documents was necessary for the application process.

B2 The lodgement of funds into the account was done online for convenience.

C1 The lodgement of the legal papers was a crucial step in the case.

C2 The lodgement of the artifacts in the museum was carefully documented and recorded.

Examples of lodgement in a Sentence

formal The lodgement of the legal documents was completed at the courthouse.

informal I made the lodgement for our hotel reservation online.

slang I'll handle the lodgement of the paperwork, no worries.

figurative His lodgement of emotions was evident in his expressive artwork.

Grammatical Forms of lodgement

• past tense: lodged
• plural: lodgements
• comparative: more lodged
• superlative: most lodged
• present tense: lodge
• future tense: will lodge
• perfect tense: have lodged
• continuous tense: is lodging
• singular: lodgement
• positive degree: lodge
• infinitive: to lodge
• gerund: lodging
• participle: lodging

Origin and Evolution of lodgement

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'lodgement' originated from the Old French word 'logement' meaning a place to stay or reside.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'lodgement' has evolved to also refer to a secure or strategic position gained by military forces, especially in relation to fortifications or defensive structures.