drawing room

noun

1

a

: a formal reception room

b

: a private room on a railroad passenger car with three berths and an enclosed toilet

2

: a formal reception

Examples of drawing room in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For the drawing room, which features a work by Mexican artist Gonzalo Lebrija—sourced from the Travesía Cuatro Gallery (cofounded by the designer’s sister, Inés López-Quesada)—she composed one central seating area with white and navy sofas, armchairs, and coffee tables from the 1950s and ’60s. —Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 2024

Even if your home doesn't include a formal drawing room, these stunning hues will infuse any modern home with the elegance of 19th century London. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Aug. 2024

Frescoes swarm the walls in the vast bedrooms, some of which are grouped around a grand drawing room. —Stanley Stewart, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2024

Altogether, the Victorian mansion comprises seven bedrooms, a drawing room with a Regency fireplace, and an adjoining conservatory. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

short for withdrawing room

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

drawing room

noun

: a formal room for entertaining company

Etymology

shortened from withdrawing room "a room one can go to to be alone"