auberge

[ oh-bairzh; French oh-berzh ]

noun

, plural au·berges [oh-, bair, -zhiz, oh-, berzh].

1. an inn; hostel.

auberge

/ obɛrʒ /

noun

1. an inn or tavern

Word History and Origins

Origin of auberge¹

1770–80; < French, Middle French < Provençal, Franco-Provençal aubergo hostelry, Old Provençal alberga, alberja encampment, hut, noun derivative of albergar, dissimilated form of arbergar to lodge, shelter < Vulgar Latin < East Germanic *haribergōn to shelter an armed force ( hari- army + bergōn to shelter); harbinger, harbor < a West Germanic cognate of the same verb

Word History and Origins

Origin of auberge¹

C17: from French, from Old Provençal alberga, of Germanic origin; compare Old Saxon heriberga army shelter

Example Sentences

She openly fantasized about cooking at the Milton Inn when it reopens later this year, imagining it transformed into a destination auberge.

From New York Times

It can take your luggage to that night’s auberge, too.

From Washington Times

The setup is reminiscent of the classic auberges of southern France, small inns deep in the countryside that are worth visiting for an amazing dinner and an overnight stay.

From New York Times

Wineries and hilltop bastides have always lured travelers to Provence, but a recent wave of modish auberges has turned the destination downright stylish.

From Time

The chefs at the auberge will pack up a picnic basket.

From Time

Related Words

• chalet
• cottage
• country house
• dormitory
• dwelling
• hostel
• hotel
• hut
• inn
• motel
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• shelter
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