family room

noun

1
US : a large room designed as a recreation center and informal gathering place for members of a family
2
British : a room in a pub where children are allowed

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Photo : Zach Bruce The family room spills onto a terrace. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 May 2025 The stereo audio system, built around a pair of 3-watt speakers, delivered good enough sound quality for casual viewing and high enough volume to fill a family room. PC Magazine, 9 May 2025 From the family room, pocket doors lead to a room that can be used in any number of ways. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2025 The expansive gourmet kitchen sits just above the large family room adjacent to a big dining area. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 12 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for family room

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of family room was in 1772

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“Family room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20room. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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