Domiciled in California, but outside California for a temporary or transitory purpose. See Section L, Meaning of Domicile.Having a CA domicile makes a person a CA tax resident, until she acquires a new domicile or is "absent for a longterm purpose. Depending on the purpose and context when it is used, "residence" may mean the same as domicile. Synonyms for DOMICILE: residence, abode, dwelling, house, roof, lodging, home, residency; Antonyms of DOMICILE: eject, evict. Meaning of Domicile The term "domicile" has a special legal definition that is not the same as residence. Domicile is intended to be permanent rather than temporary, whereas residence means living in a particular locality and requires mere physical presence. The term "domicile" refers to a person's one "true, fixed, permanent home," under California regulations. 18 Cal Code Regs §17014(c).