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Room Definition & Meaning

room
noun
  1. an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling; "the rooms were very small but they had a nice view"
  2. space for movement; "room to pass"; "make way for"; "hardly enough elbow room to turn around"
  3. opportunity for; "room for improvement"
  4. the people who are present in a room; "the whole room was cheering"
verb
  1. live and take one's meals at or in; "she rooms in an old boarding house"

"Room" in song lyrics

See how room is used in real songs:

  • "It's better than any hotel room"
    2 Live Crew — The Splak Shop
  • "Just finish cleanin' up your room"
    2 Live Crew — Yakety Yak
  • "Milk was chillin as I chilled in the back room"
    3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood

Usage tips for "room"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "room" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for room to find words that pair well.

Use "room" in a verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does room mean?
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling; "the rooms were very small but they had a nice view" space for movement; "room to pass"; "make way for"; "hardly enough elbow room to turn around" opportunity for; "room for improvement" the people who are present in a room; "the whole room was cheering" live and take one's meals at or in; "she rooms in an old boarding house"
What part of speech is room?
Room is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does room have?
Room has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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