sunroom

noun

sun·​room ˈsən-ˌrüm How to pronounce sunroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a glass-enclosed porch or living room with a sunny exposure

called also sun parlor

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There’s plenty of space to spread out, from the sunroom and living area to the gorgeous outdoor areas equipped with plenty of seating for afternoon reads and aperitivo hour. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024 Erik Freeland The sunroom featured in this listing photo is a new addition, with sky-high windows and a wood stove. Clio Chang, Curbed, 19 Sep. 2024 Arched doorways connect the various communal spaces, which include the living room, a sunroom, and a central breakfast room that’s painted a moody peach. Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024 Charlie Silver and Bark Area Rug Whether placed on the patio, sunroom, or bedroom, this indoor-outdoor rug effortlessly anchors any space throughout the home. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sunroom 

Word History

First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sunroom was in 1812

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“Sunroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunroom. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

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