What does "great room" mean?

In many modern homes, a room that combines the roles of several more traditional rooms such as the family room, living room, and study.

What is a synonym for "great room"?

Common synonyms include: gathering space, saloons.

Great room

noun

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Noun

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In many modern homes, a room that combines the roles of several more traditional rooms such as the family room, living room, and study. Canada, US
"Its homes are tract mansions and starter castles of 4,000 square feet and upward, featuring two-story entrance halls, great rooms, three- or four-car garages, huge kitchens, spa-sized bathrooms, […]"

Synonyms

All synonyms

gathering space saloons

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"Its homes are tract mansions and starter castles of 4,000 square feet and upward, featuring two-story entrance halls, great rooms, three- or four-car garages, huge kitchens, spa-sized bathrooms, […]"

Etymology

From great + room. Compare Middle English grete chaumbre (“greatroom”).

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