1. buildings providing sleeping quarters for a number of people, especially students at a school or college
Usage: plural of dormitory

Examples

• The university built three new dormitories to house incoming freshmen.
• Students living in dormitories must follow strict quiet hours.
• The old dormitories were renovated with modern amenities.
• Many colleges require first-year students to live in dormitories.
• The dormitories on campus can accommodate over 2,000 students.
• Fire drills are conducted regularly in all dormitories for safety.