dining room

noun

: a room used for eating meals

Examples of dining room in a Sentence

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The simmering curry filled the air with the aroma of coconut milk and red curry paste, while chicken thighs were wet brined in a dining room booth. Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026 An original European chandelier, once in the dining room, has been meticulously cleaned and preserved. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026 Missouri wines are poured in the rustic log cabin dining room, pairing perfectly with the menu’s premium steak selection. Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2026 To warm up after a day at sea, head to the Jacuzzi or sauna onboard, then enjoy a dinner in the spacious dining room. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dining room

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1576, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dining room was circa 1576

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“Dining room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dining%20room. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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dining room

noun
: a room used for eating meals
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