rumpus room

Kids' noisy space

A rumpus room is a room in a house set aside for noisy play, games, or casual recreation—typically in a basement or converted space where children can be loud without disturbing the rest of the household: The kids are downstairs in the rumpus room.

The term is somewhat dated, largely replaced by "family room" or "rec room."

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formality of domestic space

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Formal room for visitors

drawing room · sitting room · front room · salon · reception room

noise and activity level

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Low-noise enclosed space

study · library · reading room · sanctuary · retreat

Family

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