en suite

or en·suite

[ ahn sweet ]

adverb

1. (of a bathroom) connected to a bedroom; private:

   Each floor contains three double rooms, each with a bathroom en suite.

   The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a large Jacuzzi tub, double sink, and separate shower.

2. having a private bathroom:

   The 8 en suite bedrooms have been decorated in an attractive traditional style.

3. included or contained in a room or unit, as at a hotel, motel, etc.:

   Ensuite amenities include large-screen television, microwave, refrigerator, and others.

4. (of any room) connected to another room so as to form a unit:

   The dining area can be served from the en suite kitchen.

5. forming or so as to form a themed set:

   The scabbard of this silver dagger is engraved en suite with the hilt, depicting an eagle in flight.

noun

1. a bathroom connected to a bedroom:

   We’re building an addition for a guest bedroom with ensuite and balcony.

en suite

/ ɑ̃ sɥit /

adverb

1. as part of a set; forming a unit

   a hotel room with bathroom en suite

Word History and Origins

Origin of en suite¹

First recorded in 1770–80; from French en “in” + suite suite ( def )

Word History and Origins

Origin of en suite¹

C19: literally: in sequence

Example Sentences

It was one of those on the Swiss plan, with many compartments opening into one another en suite.

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Then the hat en suite, pale-grey lisse, white feather and brilliant buckle.

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This new and elegant hotel contains 490 splendidly furnished rooms, single and en suite, and all modern improvements.

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She had on a white transparent bonnet, and light muslin dress all en suite.

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Equally forbidden ground is M. Platzoff's bedroom, and a small study beyond, all en suite.

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