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.”

Synonyms

  • assembly
  • hall
  • room
  • space

Antonyms

  • freedom
  • open