1. protective covers or cases that enclose machinery, equipment, or mechanical parts
Usage: technical
2. accommodations or dwellings provided for people, especially employees or military personnel

Examples

• The motor housings protect the electrical components from dust and moisture.
• Workers removed the damaged housings from the industrial equipment.
• The company provides temporary housings for new employees.
• Military housings on the base were recently renovated.
• The camera lens housings are made of durable aluminum.
• Student housings near the university are in high demand.