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roommate

/ˈɹumˌmeɪt/noun

Someone you share a room or living space with, for example in a dormitory or apartment.

Example sentences

  • “My roommate and I take turns doing the dishes.”
  • “My new roommate plays guitar until midnight every night.”

American; British English says 'flatmate' or 'housemate', and there 'roommate' implies actually sharing the same room.

Synonyms for roommate

  • flatmate
  • housemate

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