great room

noun

: a large room in a residence usually serving several functions (as of a dining room, living room, and family room)

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Lambert Home transformed the great room of a Colleyville, Texas, with modern elements such as black grasscloth wallpaper and a concrete fireplace. Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025 Photo : Elias Tahan The great room flows to a dining area. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2025 Inside, the spacious great room and entertainment area offer plenty of space for gatherings. Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 27 Jan. 2025 By comparison, an open-concept floor plan often features a great room that includes a living area that opens up to a kitchen or dining area. Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for great room 

Word History

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of great room was in 1639

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“Great room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/great%20room. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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