farmhouse

noun

farm·​house ˈfärm-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce farmhouse (audio)
Synonyms of farmhousenext
: a dwelling on a farm

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The boxy silhouette in white is also versatile enough to blend into a range of design styles, from an industrial to a farmhouse aesthetic. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026 Largely due to the 2010s takeover of modern farmhouse style, barn doors were a popular choice for anyone who wanted to add a rustic and functional touch to their home. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2026 Parton owned a 1920s farmhouse in the little Danish enclave about 130 miles northwest of Los Angeles from 2004 to 2014. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 It's also equipped with an oven and induction cooktop, a microwave, a large farmhouse-style sink, a dishwasher, and a full-size fridge/freezer. — New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmhouse

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First Known Use

1533, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of farmhouse was in 1533

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“Farmhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farmhouse. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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farmhouse

noun
farm·​house -ˌhau̇s How to pronounce farmhouse (audio)
: a dwelling on a farm

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