classroom

noun

: a place where classes meet

Examples of classroom in a Sentence

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The state law defines such programs as those that develop proficiency in both English and another language by offering instruction in a classroom that is typically a mix of native speakers of English and of the other language. Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026 Texas students are starting the school year with some major updates that could affect what happens inside and outside the classroom. Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026 As students return to classrooms and campuses, communications leaders should use this moment to review the plan, rehearse it and strengthen their crisis communications plans. Kimberly Osborne, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026 One of us was in a second-grade classroom, confused why school was dismissed early. Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for classroom

Word History

First Known Use

1777, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of classroom was in 1777

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“Classroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/classroom. Accessed 17 Sep. 2026.

Kids Definition

classroom

noun
: a room in a school or college in which classes meet
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