Barroom

/ˈbɑːr.ruːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A room where alcoholic drinks are served, commonly part of a bar or tavern.
After work, they often gather at the barroom to unwind and socialize.
A public room for drinking where patrons can also engage in conversations and entertainment.
The old barroom was filled with the sound of laughter and clinking glasses.
A space typically associated with a more informal atmosphere for drinking and camaraderie.
He enjoyed the lively atmosphere of the barroom, especially during the weekends.

Etymology

Combining 'bar' (a counter where drinks are served) and 'room' (a space within a building).

Common Phrases and Expressions

hit the barroom
To go to a bar or pub.
barroom brawl
A fight that breaks out in a bar.
barroom politics
Informal or trivial political discussions that occur in bars.

Related Words

tavern
An establishment for selling alcoholic beverages.
pub
A public house allowing the sale of alcoholic drinks.
saloon
A place where alcoholic drinks are served, especially in the U.S.

Slang Meanings

The spot to grab a drink.
Let's head to the barroom for a cold beer.
A lively place for socializing.
Friday night at the barroom is always a blast.