Dorm: meaning, definitions and examples

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dorm

 

[ dษ”rm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

student housing

A dorm, short for dormitory, is a residence for students, typically associated with a college or university. It often includes shared rooms and communal spaces for study and social interaction. Dorms may provide basic amenities such as beds, desks, and access to bathrooms. Many students live in dorms during their first years of study, as it provides a convenient way to access classes and meet peers. The communal living structure encourages socialization and a unique college experience.

Synonyms

boarding house, dormitory, residence hall

Examples of usage

  • I met my best friend in the dorm.
  • The dorm has a quiet study hall on the top floor.
  • Many dorms offer meal plans to students.
  • We organized a movie night in the dorm common area.
Context #2 | Noun

shared accommodation

In a broader context, a dorm can refer to any large building where people sleep in shared rooms. While commonly associated with educational institutions, it can also describe hostels or other types of temporary accommodation. Dorms can be utilized in various settings, such as summer camps, retreats, or vacation centers, where the objective is to provide basic shelter to a large number of guests.

Synonyms

group lodging, hostel, sleeping quarters

Examples of usage

  • We stayed at a dorm while traveling across Europe.
  • The summer camp dorm was filled with laughter and excitement.
  • Our youth group rented a dorm at the retreat center.

Translations

Translations of the word "dorm" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dormitรณrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅ‰เคธเฅเคŸเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schlafsaal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ asrama

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒั€ั‚ะพะถะธั‚ะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pokรณj

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฏฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dortoir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dormitorio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yurt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ์ˆ™์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‡ุฌุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kolej

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ internรกt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎฟ่ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dormitorij

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nรกmshรบs

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั‚ะฐา›ั…ะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ’แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yatakhana

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dormitorio

Etymology

The word 'dormitory' derives from the Latin word 'dormitorium', which itself comes from 'dormire', meaning 'to sleep'. This term evolved to describe a place where many people sleep, especially in a shared setting. The usage of the term in English began in the mid-19th century, initially in reference to large residential buildings within colleges. Over time, the word has been abbreviated to 'dorm' and has become widely accepted in everyday language, particularly among students. The concept of dormitories has been a significant aspect of the educational experience, particularly in higher education, contributing to student life and community building.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,350, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.