Roommate

/ˈruːm.meɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person with whom one shares a living space, typically a bedroom or apartment.

I have a roommate who is studying engineering at the university.

A person who shares a room with another person, often for reasons of cost or convenience.

After moving to the city, I found a roommate to help split the rent.

A person living in the same house or apartment as another but not necessarily related.

During college, my roommate became one of my closest friends.

A cohabitant in a shared living arrangement.

It's important to discuss house rules with your roommate before moving in together.

The word 'roommate' is a compound of 'room', meaning a space within a building, and 'mate', meaning a companion or partner.

roommate agreement:

A legal or informal agreement between roommates outlining responsibilities and rules.

good roommate:

A roommate who contributes positively to the shared living experience.

bad roommate:

A roommate whose behavior causes problems for others in the shared space.

Roomie

Hey, my roomie is throwing a party this weekend.

Flatmate

I just moved in with my flatmate from college.