noun
General Slang
flatmate
FLAT-mayt · noun · informal
A housemate; someone you share a flat with
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Definitions
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A person you share a rented flat or house with.
“My flatmate does the dishes, I do the vacuuming.”
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flatmate In A Sentence
My flatmate does the dishes, I do the vacuuming.
Origin & Usage
British and Australasian term for a housemate.
Variants
flat mate
People Also Ask
What is a flatmate?
A flatmate is a person you share a rented flat or house with, splitting the rent and living space.
What's the difference between a flatmate and a roommate?
In British and Australasian English, 'flatmate' means someone sharing the same flat or house; 'roommate' (more North American) can imply actually sharing a bedroom.
Do Australians and New Zealanders say flatmate?
Yes, 'flatmate' is the standard term across the UK, Australia and New Zealand for someone you share accommodation with.
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