What does COHAB mean?

cohab

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to live together as if married, usually without being married

Pronunciation (US): /koʊˈhæb/

Pronunciation (UK): /kəʊˈhab/

Origin and Usage: The word "cohab" is a shortened form of the word "cohabit," which originated in the early 16th century from the Latin word "cohabitare," meaning "to dwell together." The word "cohab" has been in use since the mid-19th century and is commonly used to describe couples who live together but are not married.

Synonyms: live together, shack up, reside together, share a dwelling, live in sin

Related Words: habit, cobia, coach, cobra, coati

Example Sentences:

• They decided to cohab after only a few months of dating.
• Many couples choose to cohab before getting married.
• She cohabbed with her boyfriend for several years before they decided to tie the knot.