Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
roomer
noun
/ˈruːmər/
Definition
A person who rents a room in someone else’s house or apartment.
Examples
- After college, she became a roomer in a shared house to save money.
- The roomer enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere of living with new people.
- Finding a reliable roomer can help homeowners reduce living expenses.
Meaning
A roomer typically pays for a room and shares common areas within a residence, such as the kitchen and bathroom, with others.
Synonyms
- tenant
- lodger
- boarder
