casita

noun

ca·​si·​ta kə-ˈsē-tə How to pronounce casita (audio)
: a small house

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The casitas come in two- and three-bedroom arrangements and are available as either upper- or lower-level units featuring large beds, full kitchens and outdoor spaces with private hot tubs. Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 16 Nov. 2024 The 6,100-square-foot main home has five bedrooms and seven bathrooms spread across one level, and there are three separate guest casitas located on the property. Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 Published on December 19, 2024 Photo : One Point Media Group A gated driveway introduces the Crosby Estate, which offers a main home and three guest casitas. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024 Both liked casita buildings 37 and 38, situated higher on the grounds and deeper within the canyon than the rest. Tasha Zemke, Outside Online, 15 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for casita 

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, diminutive of casa

First Known Use

1868, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of casita was in 1868

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“Casita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/casita. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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