barroom
pronunciation
How to pronounce barroom in British English:
UK [ˈbɑ:ru:m]
How to pronounce barroom in American English:
US [ˈbɑrˌrum, -ˌrʊm]
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- Noun:
- a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
Word Origin
- barroom (n.)
- 1797, from bar (n.2) + room (n.).
Example
- 1. Which should definitely make you think during your next barroom brawl , and that 's no laughing matter .
- 2. A barroom in a hotel or restaurant where cocktails are served .
- 3. It also helps us out in non-life threatening situations like a boss screaming in your face or possibly fleeing -- or getting involved in -- a barroom brawl .