What does homelessness mean?
The state of being without a fixed, permanent dwelling place, often resulting in living on the streets or in temporary or inadequate housing. This can be due to various reasons such as poverty, lack of affordable housing, or personal crises.
Example
"The city's efforts to address homelessness included providing emergency shelters and affordable housing options for low-income residents."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.