showroom
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for showroom, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A room used by a business to display its products to customers.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use showroom
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From show + room; the verb sense dates from around 2011, describing a shopping habit enabled by smartphones.
Full origin of showroom →Frequently asked questions
What does “showroom” mean?
The word “showroom” means a room used by a business to display its products to customers. In plain terms, a display room for products, or (as a verb) the practice of trying something in-store then buying it cheaper online.
How do you pronounce “showroom”?
“Showroom” is pronounced SHOH-room (/ˈʃoʊˌɹum/ in IPA).
How do you use “showroom” in a sentence?
Here is “showroom” used in a sentence: “They test-drove the new model in the dealership's showroom.”
What part of speech is “showroom”?
Depending on how it is used, “showroom” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “showroom” come from?
The word “showroom” dates back to around 2011. From show + room; the verb sense dates from around 2011, describing a shopping habit enabled by smartphones.
Is “showroom” a common word?
“Showroom” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “showroom” have?
“Showroom” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a room used by a business to display its products to customers.