Hovel

A hovel is a small, run-down shelter or house that is often dirty and uncomfortable, making it a difficult place to live in. It usually doesn’t have basic things like a clean bathroom or enough space to feel safe and happy.

Examples

• The old hovel at the edge of town had long been abandoned, but my friends and I decided to explore it one afternoon, imagining the stories it could tell about its former inhabitants.
• During our history lesson, we learned about how some people in the past lived in hovels, which were often cold and uncomfortable, making us appreciate the warmth and safety of our own homes.
• As we researched different living conditions around the world for our school project, we discovered that many families still live in hovels, prompting a discussion about poverty and how we can help those in need.

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