sitting room
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of sitting room
First recorded in 1765–75
Example Sentences
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The sisters and their party ate in the elegant, paneled dining room and visited in the plush sitting rooms, enjoying views of the passing Catskill Mountains.
From Literature
Expansive living spaces fill the main floor of the residence, including a stunning sitting room with a retractable glass wall that opens the area to another outdoor seating space.
From MarketWatch
“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
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