noun

lounge

Translation

lounge, living room, waiting room

We waited in the departure lounge.

Let's relax in the hotel lounge.

The family gathered in the lounge.

The family gathered in the living room.

((a/the ~)) a room for relaxing or waiting We waited in the departure lounge.

Synonyms: living room, sitting room, waiting room, den

From French 's'allonger' meaning 'to lie down at full length,' reflecting the relaxed nature of the room.

Think of a place where you can 'lounge' around and relax, like an airport or hotel 'lounge'.