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Definition of poolroom - 2 dictionary results

pool⋅room

[pool-room, -room]
–noun
1. an establishment or room for the playing of pool or billiards.
2. a place where betting is carried on, esp. illegally; a bookmaker's establishment.

Origin:
1860–65; pool 2 + room
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pool·room   (pōōl'rōōm', -rŏŏm')   
n.  A commercial establishment or room for the playing of pool or billiards.
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