[align=center][quote=underscoreJI;#3594518;1274437933]fact, the term lodge is commonly used by freemasons. do some research first :][/quote]
i did my research!!
this is what my encarta dictionary says!!
[quote]lodge [loj]
noun (plural lodg·es)
1. country building: a cabin or other building in the country providing temporary accommodations, e.g. as a vacation home or a temporary shelter for campers, walkers, skiers, or hunters
2. travel building in vacation complex: the main building or all the buildings in a vacation complex, usually providing meals, overnight accommodations and other guest services.
Lodges, including park lodges, hunting lodges, and ski lodges are usually located in or near mountains or tourist attractions.
3. inn or hotel: a large house or hotel
4. branch of union or organization: a local branch or chapter of a fraternal organization or union
5. meeting hall: a hall or other meeting place used by a branch of a society
6. Native North American dwelling: a dwelling traditionally used by Native North American people, e.g. a wigwam, hogan, or longhouse
7. small gatekeeper's house: in Britain, a small house in the grounds of a large country house or park, usually near the main gate, traditionally occupied by a gatekeeper, gardener, or estate worker
8. beaver's den: a dome-shaped structure with an underwater entrance built by a beaver
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tadah!!
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