great room

noun

: a large room in a residence usually serving several functions (as of a dining room, living room, and family room)

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As in any luxury real estate property, the penthouses are particularly well-appointed, with spacious great rooms that showcase the view and outdoor space. Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024 Additional features include an open floor plan, electric fireplaces in the primary suites and great rooms, and owner-only elevator access. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2024 Showrunner Quinta Brunson and her fellow scribes will be joining us for a discussion about doing great work in a great room. Anne Victoria Clark, Vulture, 28 Oct. 2024 The home’s great room features a wall of windows to allow for natural lighting. Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 1 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for great room 

Word History

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of great room was in 1639

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“Great room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/great%20room. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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