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.
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And remember, a playroom can double as a hobby or craft room for you, too. Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 6 May 2026 Beyond the dedicated restaurant menus, playroom, and in-room amenities, Les Sources de Caudalie organizes special seasonal activities (like Christmas pastry workshops) and sports sessions—sometimes there’s even kid-parent yoga. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026 Fasten a tension rod in their bedroom, the playroom, or by the family command center, and incorporate some hook clips. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026 It can also be used in playrooms, bedrooms, or laundry areas, allowing mothers to stay connected to schedules and communication while completing household tasks. William Jones, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for playroom

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 20 May. 2026.

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