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domicilio

domicile

noun doh-mee-CHEE-lyoh Rare

Origin: From Latin domicilium, from domus (house).

Also means

home address

Usage Note

Domicilio is the legal and administrative term for one's registered home address, distinct from residenza (official residence). It appears in forms as luogo di domicilio. In everyday speech, indirizzo or casa are more natural. The phrase a domicilio means 'to your home' (e.g. consegna a domicilio — home delivery).

Examples

"Consegniamo la spesa direttamente al tuo domicilio."

Natural Translation

We deliver the groceries directly to your home.

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