con-tel
n.— «The fully furnished modular units would be sold as condominiums, but would be rented out when not used by their owners. Town officials have referred to it as a “con-tel,” short for condominium and hotel.» —“‘Con-tel’ Building To Start Soon” by Paul Hayes Caledonian-Record (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) Apr. 14, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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