Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dayroom

noun
/ˈdeɪruːm/
Definition
A dayroom is a common area in a hospital, care home, or similar facility where patients or residents can relax or engage in activities during daylight hours.
Examples
  • The hospital’s dayroom was filled with comfortable chairs and large windows that let in natural light.
  • Residents gathered in the dayroom for board games and conversation.
Meaning
It’s a place designed for social interaction, recreation, and to provide a break from individual rooms.
Synonyms
  • common room
  • recreation room
  • lounge