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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The audio system, built around two 12-watt speakers, delivered enough volume to fill a family room, with good enough quality to be useful. PC Magazine, 26 Apr. 2025 Adding another level gave her young family room to grow. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025 Above you in the family room, beamed, vaulted ceilings soar over picture windows — an inspiring room that invites you to melt into a couch with a good book. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025 Amenities: Rooftop terrace, family rooms, restaurant, bar Bonus Tip: On the weekends, guests can enjoy a Mediterranean brunch on the rooftop terrace. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for family room

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 3 May. 2025.

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