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roomy

adjective
\ ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio) , ˈru̇-\
roomier; roomiest

Definition of roomy

1 : having ample room : spacious
2 of a female mammal : having a large or well-proportioned body suited for breeding

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Other Words from roomy

roominess noun

Examples of roomy in a Sentence

a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside

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The waterproof interior is roomy and comfortable, the controls an exercise in minimalism. Eric Adams, WIRED, "VW Revives the Classic Dune Buggy as an All-Electric Blast," 17 Aug. 2019 This isn’t suburbia so don’t be tempted to get a roomy vehicle. Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, "For two weeks’ vacation, all you need is a carry-on and these handy travel tips," 30 July 2019 Though their versions are roomy compared to those runway bags that barely fit a memory card, Tran is eager to push the line beyond its supremely functional beginnings. Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, "Alyce Tran Is Here to Edit Your Handbag and Your Life," 2 May 2019 Several en suite guest bedrooms and a tiny courtyard patio are joined on the upper floor by a master suite replete with vaulted ceilings, a slender balcony, a fitted walk-in closet and a roomy bathroom with a dedicated hair and makeup vanity. Variety, The Mercury News, "Photos: ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Stars Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright settle into L.A. suburbs," 31 July 2019 On the other hand, the Arteon is roomy, comfortable, looks great and offers many appealing features. Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, "2019 Volkswagen Arteon is the car sedan-lovers are waiting for," 18 July 2019 Both are impressively roomy, but the Kia, partially because of its slightly larger windows, comes across as the airier SUV. Washington Post, "Edmunds compares the Kia Telluride and Honda Pilot," 12 June 2019 The villas, which are an exceptionally roomy 1,600-1,800 square feet, feature a private patio and full kitchen that can be a home away from home for local families or a gorgeous place to stay for out of town guests. Republic Media Content Marketing Staff, azcentral, "Hilton Scottsdale," 26 Apr. 2018 The smallest rooms at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills span 537 square feet — much roomier that a typical U.S. hotel room, which averages about 330 square foot — and feature a 110-square-foot terrace. Hugo Martin, latimes.com, "Welcome to L.A.'s luxury hotel boom, featuring $20,000 suites and James Bond exotic cars," 19 Apr. 2018

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First Known Use of roomy

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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roomy

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of roomy

: having plenty of space or room

roomy

adjective
\ ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio) , ˈru̇-\
roomier; roomiest

Kids Definition of roomy

: spacious The house has roomy closets.

Other Words from roomy

roominess noun

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