ACCOMMODATIONS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the act of providing something (lodging or seat or food) to meet a need

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

(physiology) the automatic adjustment in focal length of the natural lens of the eye

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

living quarters provided for public convenience

Example: overnight accommodations are available

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Noun

in the theories of Jean Piaget: the modification of internal representations in order to accommodate a changing knowledge of reality

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Noun

a settlement of differences

Example: they reached an accommodation with Japan

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Noun

making or becoming suitable

Example: adjusting to circumstances