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council housing

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Housing provided (and usually built) by the local authority (a county council or a town council) at a low rent, typically intended for those on low incomes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Ireland, UK, uncountable

Examples

  • Living in council housing made life more affordable for her family.

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