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Meaning of WITHDRAWING ROOM

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a formal room where visitors can be received and entertained
 
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 Synonyms: drawing room
 
 See Also: reception room

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\With*draw"ing-room`\, n. [See {Withdraw}, and
cf. {Drawing-room}.]
A room for retirement from another room, as from a dining
room; a drawing-room.
      A door in the middle leading to a parlor and
      withdrawing-room.                        --Sir W.
                                               Scott.
 

 

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