chamber

noun C1 Formal

Meaning

A chamber is a defined enclosed space or compartment, often within a larger structure, that serves a specific function, such as a legislative assembly, a room for a particular purpose, or a cavity within a biological organism, distinguished by its archite

💡 The term "chamber" can sometimes be confused with "room," but it typically implies a more specialized or formal space, often with a specific purpose or significance.

Example Sentences

The chamber was designed to improve acoustic quality during performances .

The chamber was filled with ancient artifacts and dim lighting .

The meeting took place in the main chamber of the office .

The research was conducted in a controlled climate chamber .

Word in Context

When Anna pushed open the narrow door , a dim chamber revealed itself , its familiar furnishings bathed in morning light . She moved slowly around the room , pausing at the cluttered desk where letters and notebooks lay in deliberate disarray , each item a small anchor to her past work . For an hour she let the quiet settle , using the solitude to sift through ideas and to recalibrate her plans without interruption . Occasionally she stood by the window to breathe the cool air and to let the city's distant hum remind her that decisions could wait for clarity rather than haste . By the time she turned off the lamp and locked the door , her thoughts had acquired a steadier shape and a quieter resolve to begin again the next morning .

Common Phrases

legislative chamber cardiac chamber sound chamber

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