Definition of "mudroom" [mudroom]

• A small room or entryway in a house where wet or muddy footwear and clothing can be removed. (noun)

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• "And that mudroom is now perfect for hanging coats and storing shoes. [email protected]"
• "But the garage addition with a mudroom is being built around the bin of frozen shoes, and hopefully I will someday soon have shelves for them all!"
• "When it became clear that they would not go away, she said, "I remember a time when the mudroom was a refuge from the day's cares.""