English · Travel & Places
hostel
/ˈhɒs.təl/
[/ˈhɒs.təl/]
cheap shared lodging
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An inexpensive place to stay, often with shared rooms, popular with young travellers.
Example
The backpackers shared a dormitory at the youth hostel to save money during their trip.
The backpackers shared a dormitory at the youth hostel to save money during their trip.
Etymology
From Old French 'hostel', from Latin 'hospitale', a guest house.
How & Where It’s Used
Associated with budget and backpacker travel.