roommate

[room-meyt, room-]

noun

1. a person who is assigned to share or shares a room or apartment with another or others.

roommate

/ ˈruːmˌmeɪt, ˈrʊm- /

noun

1. a person with whom one shares a room or lodging

Word History and Origins

Origin of roommate¹

An Americanism dating back to 1780–90; room + mate ¹

Example Sentences

An actor in the film, Todd Graff, had an apartment in New York’s West Village and needed a roommate.

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The person would have roommates and an inexpensive used car — or no car, if their area is bikeable or transit-friendly — and make most of their meals at home.

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Stefani’s boyfriend and her roommate are in hysterics as they listen, but Zola is far from entertained.

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After all, this conversation isn’t totally unlike one you might have with a potential roommate, even if familial obligations make it a bit touchier.

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Trout said he and Skaggs were roommates in 2010 when both were 18 years old and playing for the Angels affiliate in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

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Related Words

• friend 
• mate