Meaning of the word cloakroom in English

What does cloakroom mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cloakroom

US /ˈkloʊk.ruːm/
UK /ˈkləʊk.ruːm/
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Noun

1.

a room in a public building where people can leave their coats, bags, etc.

Example:
Please leave your coats in the cloakroom before entering the hall.
I lost my ticket for the cloakroom.
2.

a room containing a toilet and a sink

Example:
The house has a small downstairs cloakroom.
Is there a cloakroom I can use to wash my hands?