sunroom

noun

sun·​room ˈsən-ˌrüm How to pronounce sunroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
Synonyms of sunroomnext
: a glass-enclosed porch or living room with a sunny exposure

called also sun parlor

Examples of sunroom in a Sentence

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Meant to be enjoyed both indoors and outside, each piece brings a pop of color and a sense of tropical flair—whether it's positioned on a porch, in a sunroom, or elsewhere. Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026 Gusty winds fueled a wildfire Saturday afternoon that brought flames, smoke and ash to the sunroom of Theresa Jorgensen's home in southwestern Minnesota. Derek James, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026 For anyone looking to create a relaxed, casual vibe in a bedroom or sunroom, the tie-top header is a fitting choice. Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026 The living room, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, leads into a sunroom at the back of the house that’s hard to ignore. Miriam Schwartz, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunroom

Word History

First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunroom was in 1812

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“Sunroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunroom. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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