recreation room

noun

1
: a room (such as a rumpus room) used for recreation and relaxation

called also rec room

2
: a public room (as in a hospital) for recreation and social activities

Examples of recreation room in a Sentence

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The basement received special attention, with a new recreation room carved out of the former storage space. — Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026 The house also has a finished third floor, as well as a finished lower level with a large recreation room, a wet bar, a gym and a sixth bedroom. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026 From there, a retro kitchen with a breakfast banquette transitions to a recreation room containing a wet bar, a dining area, and a pool table. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 The home features a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, a recreation room and heated bathroom floors, according to the listing. — Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 26 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recreation room

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of recreation room was in 1832

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“Recreation room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recreation%20room. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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