classroom

noun

: a place where classes meet

Examples of classroom in a Sentence

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Attendance is up, teacher pay is at its highest level in district history, and more of our strongest educators are staying in the classroom. — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Nov. 2026 This year, the program brought in 19 volunteer educators from scientific institutions like Maunakea Observatories and supported hands-on activities and lessons that went from the classroom to under the Milky Way. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 4 Nov. 2026 There was a brief moment of hope last week when authorities tried to bring students back to classrooms. — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2026 Her priorities included classroom resources, fiscal responsibility and improving communication between the board and community. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for classroom

Word History

First Known Use

1777, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 8 Nov. 2026.

Kids Definition

classroom

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