classroom

noun

class·​room ˈklas-ˌrüm 

-ˌru̇m

: a place where classes meet

Examples of classroom in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

New teachers reported for orientation Thursday, as the district counts down the days until students return to the classroom. — Tara Lynch, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

State police are investigating an incident in a classroom at a youth correctional center where a juvenile was allegedly involved in an altercation with a teacher. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 20 Aug. 2026

Yes, more time in the classroom and less time on the gun range, but far better results. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026

In just a few weeks, classroom doors will reopen across New York City. — Evan Stone, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1777, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for classroom

• assume
• backroom
• ballroom
• barroom
• bathroom
• bedroom
• boardroom
• bridegroom
• cloakroom
• consume
• costume
• courtroom

Kids Definition

classroom

noun

class·​room -ˌrüm 

-ˌru̇m

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