Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dorm

noun

/dɔːrm/

Definition

A dorm, short for dormitory, is a building that provides sleeping accommodations for a large number of people, typically students at a college or university.

Examples

Many students make lifelong friends while living in the dorm during their college years.
The dorm was surprisingly spacious and included shared common areas.
He decided to move off-campus after spending a year in the dorm.

Meaning

The term ‘dorm’ is often used to refer to living quarters where students stay while attending an educational institution, fostering both academic and social experiences.