The family room
Example: Family room accommodates multiple guests comfortably
Definition
"The family room" refers to a spacious and comfortable room in a house or hospitality setting designed to accommodate multiple guests or family members for relaxation and social activities. It is often a central gathering space equipped with seating and entertainment options.
Etymology
The term "the family room" combines 'family,' derived from the Latin 'familia,' meaning household or group related by blood or marriage, and 'room,' from Old English 'rum,' meaning space or chamber. The phrase emerged in the mid-20th century to describe a casual living area distinct from formal rooms.
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"The family room" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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