boudoir

/buːˈdwɑːr/ or /bʊˈdwɑːr/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman’s private bedroom or dressing room, typically with a bed and a vanity, often used for relaxing, reading, or dressing.

“She spent the afternoon in her boudoir, reading a novel and enjoying a cup of tea.”

2. noun

A luxurious or ornate room, often with a bed, for a woman, especially in a historical or literary context.

“The boudoir was decorated with intricate tapestries and fine furnishings, reflecting the wealth and status of its occupant.”

3. verb

To decorate or furnish a room, especially a bedroom or boudoir, with luxurious or ornate items.

“She boudoir-ed the room with silk drapes, velvet pillows, and a plush area rug.”

Synonyms

  • bedchamber
  • chamber
  • dressing room

Antonyms

  • common area
  • public space