dressing room

American  

noun

1. a room for use in getting dressed, especially one for performers backstage in a theater, television studio, etc.

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dressing room British  

noun

1. theatre a room backstage for an actor to change clothing and to make up

2. any room used for changing clothes, such as one at a sports ground or off a bedroom

3. (in sport, esp soccer) a sense of camaraderie or team spirit

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Etymology

Origin of dressing room

First recorded in 1665–75

Example Sentences

When you walk into the lounge, the first thing you’ll see is a bright red check-in desk that resembles a performer’s dressing room with vanity lights, several mirrors and a range of wigs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

"They were talking about it in the dressing room," Arteta said.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

"In the dressing room I'm just one of the group. I like being treated that way."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Manchester United were not willing to let so much ability and experience leave the dressing room in the same summer as Casemiro heads for pastures new.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Then she nods to the saleslady, who disappears back into the dressing room.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper