Yurt (Noun)
Meaning
A circular domed dwelling that is portable and self-supporting; originally used by nomadic Mongol and Turkic people of central Asia but now used as inexpensive alternative or temporary housing.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The advent of modern yurts has made them an attractive option for eco-tourism resorts and environmentally conscious travelers.
- A traditional Mongolian family lived in a yurt, migrating with their livestock across the vast steppes.
- After the hurricane, volunteers set up a series of yurts as temporary housing for displaced families.
- The couple spent their weekends in a cozy yurt nestled in the woods, surrounded by nature and wildlife.
- At the music festival, many people camped in colorful yurts instead of traditional tents.