Words / C1

ri-ZYD/rɪˈzaɪd/

To reside is to live in a place (formal), or of a power to be located in: reside in Leeds, the power resides with. Live is everyday; residence (this batch) is the noun. A film crew does not hold the keys.

Meaning

To live in a place (formal); of a power or quality, to be located in.

Examples

• “Decision rights reside with the exams officer, not the film crew.”
• “Live is everyday. Lie is a trap (position, not authority). A crew is a visitor. An officer is a named post. Ask the officer; park the cameras.”

Good to know

Live in; or be located in (of a power). Everyday: live. Noun: residence (this batch). A crew ≠ decision rights.

Near in meaning

live

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