airbnb
/ˌɛəɹˌbiːɛnˈbiː/
Word Rarity
Rare
Frequency: 3.32 in modern English
10
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
1
Syllables
5
Unique Chars
Meaning
noun
The system of renting out apartments by means of an intermediary website, popularized by the company of the same name.
Uncountable
verb
To rent (an apartment) by Airbnb or similar means, whether as a lessor or a lessee.
Transitive verb
Example Sentences
- "It's more of an Airbnb model than a proper let."
- "Congratulations, you're fully qualified to be part of the Airbnb revolution! Whether you're looking to start hosting your property or want to grow your existing reputation and profits, this is the perfect destination for you."
- "The market space in Airbnb is becoming more competitive as big money players are entering the game of home-sharing."
- "I am staying at an Airbnb for the summer."
- "The thought of turning it into an Airbnb had crossed my mind – albeit only fleetingly."
- "I'd found an Airbnb not far from the university and, after a quick nap, met up again with Trudy, who had promised to show me the Regina ropes."
Etymology
Shortening of the company's former name AirBed & Breakfast, coined by co-founders Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia in 2007, who originally came up with the idea of putting an air mattress in their living room and turning it into a bed and breakfast. Equivalent to air + B&B (“bed and breakfast”).