What does “chamber” mean?
- 1
nouna large room used for formal meetings, or a group that meets there
The Senate chamber was full for the vote.
- 2
nounan enclosed space in a body, machine or underground
The heart has four chambers.
- 3
nouna bedroom or private room, in old-fashioned language
The queen retired to her chamber.
Chamber at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- C1 (advanced)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈtʃeɪmbər/ · CHAYM-ber
How to use “chamber” correctly
“Chamber music” is classical music for a small group of players.
Common phrases with “chamber”
- chamber of commerce
- chamber music
- upper chamber
- gas chamber
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- hall
- room
- compartment
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