1
: a country estate
2
: the rural or suburban residence of a wealthy person
3
British
: a detached or semidetached urban residence with yard and garden space
Examples of villa in a Sentence
They rented a seaside villa for two weeks.
a millionaire with a luxurious villa in Mexico
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Inside and out, there’s ample space to unwind, and the villas have direct access to a serene river pool.
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AFAR Media, 30 May 2025
Book a long-term stay in one of their high-end villas, like this two bedroom unit that comes fully stocked with a chef’s kitchen, in-unit laundry, and upscale amenities like the private pool and personal golf cart to maneuver around the jungle landscape surrounding the property.
—Shannon Sharpe, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
While this tranquil resort comes complete with beachfront suites and lavish villas, those who venture beyond property limits can discover a truly marvelous natural feature in the form of the Caicos Bank.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
The luxury villas at Silverleaf are designed for buyers looking for high-end finishes and custom-quality craftsmanship—without the burden of yard work.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2025
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AFAR Media, 30 May 2025
Book a long-term stay in one of their high-end villas, like this two bedroom unit that comes fully stocked with a chef’s kitchen, in-unit laundry, and upscale amenities like the private pool and personal golf cart to maneuver around the jungle landscape surrounding the property.
—Shannon Sharpe, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
While this tranquil resort comes complete with beachfront suites and lavish villas, those who venture beyond property limits can discover a truly marvelous natural feature in the form of the Caicos Bank.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
The luxury villas at Silverleaf are designed for buyers looking for high-end finishes and custom-quality craftsmanship—without the burden of yard work.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2025
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“Villa.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/villa. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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villa
noun
vil·la
ˈvil-ə 
1
: a country estate
2
: a large expensive house usually located in the country
Biographical Definition
Villa
biographical name
Vil·la
ˈvē-yə
Francisco 1878–1923
Pancho
ˈpän-(ˌ)chō
ˈpan-
Villa originally Doroteo Arango Mexican bandit and revolutionary
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