solarium
Americannoun
noun
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a room built largely of glass to afford exposure to the sun
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a bed equipped with ultraviolet lights used for acquiring an artificial suntan
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an establishment offering such facilities
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of solarium
1815–25; < Latin sōlārium balcony, terrace, equivalent to sōl the sun + -ārium -ary
Explanation
A solarium is a room or part of a building that's made to be very sunny. You can also call a solarium a "sun room." Houses, restaurants, hospitals, and museums, among other buildings, sometimes include a solarium. This sun-filled room is similar to a porch, but instead of being open or enclosed with screens, it's lined with glass windows. Many solar-heated buildings include solariums in their design, since glass-enclosed rooms tend to stay very warm on sunny days. In Latin, solarium means "sundial" and also "that which is exposed to the sun."
Vocabulary lists containing solarium
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Example Sentences
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Then, they moved to the solarium, which already boasted a slew of colorful and lit up greenery, which they hung baubles from.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025
In April 2023, water intrusion through the roof caused a piece of the ceiling in the Ahwahnee’s dining solarium to fall and strike an employee, according to the report.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2024
Over time it’s been upgraded with a new foyer, parlor, a solarium and even a breakfast nook.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 3, 2023
“Watch party, she said. They got that solarium and they were going to watch the, you know—” He waved a hand vaguely.
From Slate • Jul. 30, 2022
"This is the solarium courtyard to inspire your arcana. I encourage all favorites to walk in it daily. Very therapeutic."
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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