chamber
/ˈtʃæmbər/Definitions
1. noun
A room or space in a building, especially one that is used for a particular purpose, such as a meeting room or a music room.
“The lawyer’s chambers were located on the top floor of the building.”
2. noun
A group of people or animals that are enclosed or confined together, such as a chamber of commerce or a chamber of the stomach.
“The chamber of commerce is working to promote local businesses.”
3. noun
A room or space in the body, such as a heart chamber or a lung chamber.
“The doctor examined the patient’s heart chamber to check for any damage.”
4. verb
To confine or enclose something or someone in a room or space.
“The police chambered the suspect in a holding cell.”
5. verb
To provide with a room or space, especially one that is used for a particular purpose.
“The company chambered the new employee with a desk and computer.”
6. verb
To fire or discharge a firearm.
“The police officer chambered his gun before entering the building.”
7. verb
To prepare a firearm for firing.
“The hunter had to chamber his rifle before taking aim.”
8. noun
A legislative body, especially one that is composed of elected representatives.
“The senator spoke to the chamber about the new bill.”