roomie
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of roomie
An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; by shortening and alteration
Example Sentences
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It would also make the play-action flourish, as with Dorian Thompson-Robinson’s early 75-yard pass to his roomie, tight end Greg Dulcich, who romped the last 60 yards himself.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 5, 2021
I can only describe it as landing somewhere between Data on "Star Trek" and Jennifer Jason Leigh's screwy roomie in "Single White Female."
From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2020
I’m doing much better now financially, and although I could now step out on my own again, I am committed to sticking with him as a roomie.
From Slate ● Oct. 14, 2019
She had a record contract and doubled as their driver because Mr. Gagosian lost his license and his roomie couldn’t be trusted behind the wheel.
From New York Times ● Mar. 29, 2019
“Yeah, sure,” Chas said, obvious in his lack of enthusiasm at engaging his new roomie in conversation.
From "Winger" by Andrew Smith
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