# showroom

/ˈʃoʊˌɹum/ (US) · /ʃˈəʊɹuːm/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/showroom
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

a large room or shop where you can look at products before you buy them. You usually see things like cars, furniture, or kitchen designs in these spaces.

For teachers: a large room or retail space used for the display of commercial goods, particularly bulky items such as motor vehicles or furniture. Often serves as a marketing environment where customers can inspect floor models before ordering.

## Examples

- We visited the car showroom to see the new electric models.
- The furniture company opened a flagship showroom downtown so customers could test the sofas before purchasing online.
- While the digital catalog offers convenience, most high-end interior designers still prefer visiting a physical showroom to verify the tactile quality and true color of the fabrics.

## Usage notes

- Often used as a modifier in compound nouns like 'showroom floor' or 'showroom condition'.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.