showroom

noun

show·​room ˈshō-ˌrüm How to pronounce showroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
Synonyms of showroomnext
: a room where merchandise is exhibited for sale or where samples are displayed

Examples of showroom in a Sentence

The stereo was a showroom model.
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The sales seem to come from flagship showrooms in very affluent locations like Beverly Hills, Miami, London and Hong Kong. New Atlas, 13 June 2026 Whether customers are looking to build a dedicated or temporary simulator space in their home or business, the showroom features launch monitor technology in addition to hitting mats, impact screens, projectors and a range of other accessories. Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026 The money allowed the company to expand its showrooms and manufacturing facilities to make windows and doors. Alina Selyukh, NPR, 12 June 2026 Plans for the showroom emerged in 2023, the Statesman reported at the time. Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for showroom

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of showroom was in 1616

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“Showroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showroom. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

showroom

noun
show·​room -ˌrüm How to pronounce showroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room where merchandise (as new cars) is displayed for sale or where samples are displayed
a carpet showroom

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