keeping room

American  

noun

Older Use.

1. hall.

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Etymology

Origin of keeping room

First recorded in 1765–75

Example Sentences

Analysts at BNP Paribas also said keeping room for tax cuts ahead of the next election would be a priority for Hunt, meaning he would probably use only half of the 30 billion-pound windfall in the public finances in next week's plan.

From Reuters

On the other side, the house has a “keeping room” — traditionally a sitting room kept warm by the nearby kitchen — and a home office, or studio, surrounded by glass.

From Washington Post

A sliding barn-style door with exposed black steel hardware in the kitchen hides a throwback to the homes of old — a “keeping room.”

From Washington Post

Originating from traditional house styles, a keeping room was designed to keep guests near the kitchen and the warmth provided by the hearth, but away from the person doing the cooking.

From Washington Post

The Roknis use their keeping room to help keep the kids amused.

From Washington Post