sitting room

American  

noun

1. a small living room, often one that forms part of a suite in a hotel, private house, etc.

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sitting room British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of sitting room

First recorded in 1765–75

Example Sentences

“There’s this lovely old armchair in the sitting room,” John says, yawning.

From Literature

When we rose the next morning, Mrs. Maroney was waiting for us in the sitting room of the tavern.

From Literature

The bathroom also doubles as a sitting room, with the shower and toilet moved to a separate area to allow lounging space in the room.

From MarketWatch

Down the stairs she went, from the servants’ and children’s quarters upstairs, past floor after floor of parlors and sitting rooms, dark-paneled libraries, and extra bedrooms for guests.

From Literature

As one might expect of such an A-list couple, the primary suite has also been outfitted with an enormous walk-in closet that could double as an additional sitting room.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• drawing room
• front room
• living room