Cloakroom

usgb/ˈkləʊkruːm/
noun

A room in a public place where coats and other items can be left for a short time.

Please leave your coats and bags in the cloakroom before entering the museum.
Visual representation of "cloakroom" - A room in a public place where coats and other items can be left for a short time.

Often appears as...

  • coat cloakroom
  • museum cloakroom
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Public Places

Cloakrooms are often found in places like museums or theaters where many visitors come.

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You can find the cloakroom to your left as you enter the concert hall.
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Temporary Storage

A cloakroom is meant for short-term storage, not for leaving items overnight.

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At the gallery, the sign stated, 'Use the cloakroom for your umbrellas and bags.'
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Attended Space

Cloakrooms are usually staffed, so your belongings are safeguarded while you visit.

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The attendant in the cloakroom will give you a token for your coat.
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