Flophouse (noun)

A cheap, usually run-down lodging house, especially one that provides temporary shelter for homeless people.

Origin:

The term 'flophouse' originated in the united states in the late 19th century, and was used to describe a cheap lodging house where travelers could rest for a few hours.

Examples:

1. The flophouse was a haven for the homeless, offering a roof over their head and a place to sleep.
2. The flophouse was notorious for its unsanitary conditions and criminal activities.
3. The flophouse was the only option for many who had nowhere else to go.
4. The flophouse was the subject of a government crackdown on homelessness and poverty.
5. The flophouse was a sad reflection of the wider social and economic issues facing the city.