classroom

noun

class·​room ˈklas-ˌrüm How to pronounce classroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a place where classes meet

Examples of classroom in a Sentence

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Non-Profits: While nonprofits have traditionally relied on degree requirements to filter candidates, many recognize that skills like grant writing, community outreach, and project management can be acquired outside the classroom. Scott White, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 Bean could be heard laughing at him from inside the classroom, the affidavits state. Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Mar. 2025 Chelsea Whittington, chief of public and community relations for Gary School Corp., said a couple classrooms adjacent to the gym were impacted by the tornado. Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025 These changes come after school districts have cut costs at the district level and avoided cuts that affect the classroom. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for classroom

Word History

First Known Use

1777, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of classroom was in 1777

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“Classroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/classroom. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.

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classroom

noun
class·​room -ˌrüm How to pronounce classroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room in a school or college in which classes meet

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