Definition

A room where items or materials are stored, often used in businesses to keep supplies organized and ready for use.

Example

The manager checked the stockroom to see if there were enough supplies for the week.

Conversation

Hey, do you know where the stockroom is located?

Yeah, it's in the back of the store, near the loading dock.

Got it! I need to grab some supplies from the stockroom for my shift.

No problem! Just make sure to check the inventory list before you go.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stockroom → It is formed from "stock" (from Old English *stoc*, meaning a place or a store) and "room" (from Old English *rum*, meaning space or area). A stockroom is a space designated for storing goods or supplies.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'place' ('stoc') where items are 'stored' — that's what a stockroom is, a designated area for keeping stock.

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