classroom

noun

class·​room ˈklas-ˌrüm How to pronounce classroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a place where classes meet

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However, both sides agree on the importance of an in-person teacher in front of the classroom. Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025 Much of your most valuable learning can happen outside of a classroom. Kendra MacDonald, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 Under new leadership, the Dever was finally making meaningful gains — in test scores, in family engagement, in creating inclusive classrooms where students felt seen and supported. Cheryl Buckman, Boston Herald, 21 July 2025 The classrooms, which are open, lively and filled with art, serve as gathering areas, learning spaces and connecting points. Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for classroom

Word History

First Known Use

1777, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of classroom was in 1777

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“Classroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/classroom. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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classroom

noun
class·​room -ˌrüm How to pronounce classroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room in a school or college in which classes meet

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