playroom

noun

play·​room ˈplā-ˌrüm How to pronounce playroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room equipped for children to play in

Examples of playroom in a Sentence

Their basement has a playroom.
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Photo: Joel Pitra/DD Reps The basement is instead devoted to what was once a playroom, then became a space where the kids did art projects and practiced drums. Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 18 Sep. 2024 Likewise for other preferred amenities such as a playroom for children. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024 The basement level of the Main Library, located at 64 E. First St, was transformed into a large playroom with toys, books and couches with a second room that is set up more like a classroom feel. Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 1 Oct. 2024 To keep their children happy and their textiles pristine, the couple converted a bedroom into a playroom, creating an easy space where friends and crayons can mix freely. Jackie Cooperman, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for playroom 

Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of playroom was in 1819

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“Playroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playroom. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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