Meaning of the word "elbow room" in English

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elbow room

US /ˈel.boʊ ˌruːm/
UK /ˈel.boʊ ˌruːm/
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Noun

1.

enough space to move or work in

Example:
We need more elbow room in this office to be productive.
The new apartment has plenty of elbow room for a family of four.
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