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noun
a formal reception room, especially in an apartment or private house.
(in a railroad car) a private room for two or three passengers.
British. a formal reception, especially at court.
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Origin of drawing room

First recorded in 1635–45; as shortening of now obsolete withdrawing room

OTHER WORDS FROM drawing room

drawing-room, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for drawing room

drawing room

noun
a room where visitors are received and entertained; living room; sitting room
archaic a ceremonial or formal reception, esp at court
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