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 family room opens out to a patio with a bold red-brick surface. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026 There are also three family rooms, two ADA-friendly rooms, two nursing rooms, and a very cute pet relief area, complete with a miniature fire hydrant. — Annita Katee, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 The lower level has a family room and a dedicated wine cellar. — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 Once charged, the speakers offer easily high enough volume to fill a large family room and impressive audio quality for such a small projector, even when sitting on top of the unit. — M. David Stone, PC Magazine, 4 Oct. 2026 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 21 Oct. 2026.

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