Definition

A room where a group of people, usually in charge of a company or organization, meet to discuss important matters and make decisions.

Example

The boardroom was filled with executives discussing the company's future plans.

Conversation

Have you ever been in a boardroom for a meeting?

Yeah, I went to one last week for a project update.

I can imagine it being quite formal in a boardroom.

It was, but the team made it feel relaxed too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boardroom → It is formed from "board" (from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat surface or table) and "room" (from Old English *rum*, meaning space or area). A boardroom is a room with a table where meetings are held, typically for decision-making by a group of people.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'flat surface' ('board') where people gather in a 'space' ('room') to make important decisions.

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