living room

American  

noun

living rooms plural

1. a room in a home used, especially by a family, for leisure activities, entertaining guests, etc.; parlor.

2. Lebensraum.

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living room British  

noun

1. a room in a private house or flat used for relaxation and entertainment of guests

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• living rooms
  plural

Etymology

Origin of living room

First recorded in 1815–25

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How does living-room compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• great room vs. living room

Example Sentences

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living room

He said the couple appeared to be watching the unfolding disaster as if it were a movie, from the comfort of their living room.

From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026

"Some of the memories that they'll treasure most will come from simple things, like baking together or a picnic in the park, or building a den in the living room."

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

“The spacious living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for everyday living and entertaining,” the listing reads.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026

Americans from both camps, along with Gannon, gathered at Tahnoon’s McLean mansion, and took their seats in his living room couches.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026

Then, later, he tucked it under the corner of the living room rug and squashed it down carefully with his foot.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry

Related Words

• drawing room
• parlor
• salon
• sitting room