playroom

noun

play·​room ˈplā-ˌrüm How to pronounce playroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room equipped for children to play in

Examples of playroom in a Sentence

Their basement has a playroom.
Recent Examples on the Web Likewise for other preferred amenities such as a playroom for children. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024 The basement level of the Main Library, located at 64 E. First St, was transformed into a large playroom with toys, books and couches with a second room that is set up more like a classroom feel. Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 1 Oct. 2024 To keep their children happy and their textiles pristine, the couple converted a bedroom into a playroom, creating an easy space where friends and crayons can mix freely. Jackie Cooperman, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2024 Durability Meets Easy Cleaning Keeping a white couch pristine while positioned near a playroom seemed like an uphill battle. Katie Ann Lehman, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for playroom 

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Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of playroom was in 1819

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“Playroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playroom. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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