bunkhouse

noun

bunk·​house ˈbəŋk-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce bunkhouse (audio)
: a rough simple building providing sleeping quarters

Examples of bunkhouse in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For the cast, there will be no more family arguments, no more stunning Montana sunsets, no more crazy nights playing poker in the bunkhouse. Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 16 Sep. 2024 Remnants of the past still exist at the winery, including an 1888 bunkhouse and a hand-hewn stone crib. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2024 Other room categories include the balcony rooms, an atrium king (without a view), and the bunkhouse–individual hostel-style rooms with twin-size beds and shared amenities for solo travelers. Ryan Slattery, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2024 For other guests, pick from a variety of lodging options including traditional guest rooms and bunkhouses, with some suitable for up to 15 guests. Cynthia J Drake, Southern Living, 25 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for bunkhouse 

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Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bunkhouse was in 1876

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“Bunkhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bunkhouse. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

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bunkhouse

noun
bunk·​house ˈbəŋk-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce bunkhouse (audio)
: a simple building providing sleeping quarters

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