great room

noun

: a large room in a residence usually serving several functions (as of a dining room, living room, and family room)

Examples of great room in a Sentence

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The house features a large great room and gourmet kitchen, along with other luxury amenities such as a wine cellar and private gym. Martha Ross, Mercury News, 23 June 2026 The centerpiece of the estate is the three-bedroom main residence, where a soaring ceiling tops off the great room. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 June 2026 At the heart of the home, guests will find a formal dining room, great room and modern kitchen. Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026 The space functioned as a bright great room and teen hangout, fitted with arcade games, a large television and a snack bar. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for great room

Word History

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of great room was in 1639

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“Great room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/great%20room. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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