Definition of: dwell

(dwel) v.i. dwelt or dwelled, dwell·ing
1. To have a fixed abode; reside.
2. To linger, as on a subject; pause, expatiate: with on or upon.
3. To remain; continue in a state or place. See synonyms under ABIDE.
—noun
1. The short cessation of motion of a part of a machine to effect its allotted service.
2. Obs. Stoppage; delay; pause. [OE dwellan mislead, hinder, stay]
—dwell′er noun