Definition

A room where items or supplies are kept and stored.

Example

We keep all the extra furniture in the storeroom.

Conversation

Do you know where the storeroom is in this building?

Yeah, it's down the hallway next to the kitchen.

I need to grab some supplies from the storeroom later.

Sounds good! Let me know if you need help.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Storeroom → It is formed from "store" (from Old English *storian*, meaning to store or keep) and "room" (from Old English *rum*, meaning space or area). A storeroom is a space designated for storing items.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where you 'keep' things ('store') in a designated 'space' ('room'). This helps you remember that a storeroom is a space for keeping items.

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