family room
Plural
family rooms
1
a room in an apartment or house in which the family gathers to watch TV, relax, etc.
A family room is a common living space in a home designed for family activities and gatherings. It typically includes comfortable seating, such as sofas and chairs, and may have entertainment features like a television, game consoles, or bookshelves. The family room is often less formal than a living room, providing a space for relaxation, play, or casual socializing. It may be located near the kitchen or other central areas in the home to encourage family interaction and serve as a multipurpose room for various activities.
- The family room was furnished with a large sectional sofa, plush armchairs, and a coffee table, creating a cozy environment for movie nights.
- Children sprawled out on the floor of the family room, playing board games and building forts with blankets and pillows.
- Parents sipped coffee in the morning sunlight streaming through the windows of the family room, catching up on the day's news.
- The family room doubled as a home office, with a desk and computer workstation tucked into one corner for remote work and study sessions.
- Grandparents reminisced about old times in the family room, flipping through photo albums and sharing stories with the younger generation.
2
a hotel room in which three or four people can stay and sleep, usually for parents and their children
- The family room at the hotel featured a queen-sized bed for the parents and bunk beds for the children, providing comfortable sleeping arrangements for the whole family.
- Traveling families appreciated the spaciousness of the family room, which offered ample room for relaxation and play.
- The hotel's family room included a pull-out sofa bed in addition to the main bed, ensuring plenty of sleeping space for parents and kids.
- Parents and children settled into the family room after a long day of sightseeing, enjoying the convenience of having their own private space within the hotel.
- The hotel staff provided extra towels and linens upon request, ensuring that every guest in the family room was comfortable and well-cared for.