The term CRUDE ABODE is a combination of two words, HOVEL and HUT. A HOVEL is a small, crudely built shelter or dwelling, usually made of wood or other materials. It is often used as a temporary shelter for the homeless or those living in poverty. A HUT is a small, simple structure, typically made of wood or other natural materials. It is often used as a temporary shelter for nomadic people or those living in rural areas. Both hovels and huts are considered to be crude abodes, as they are not permanent dwellings and lack basic amenities.