Greenrooms

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

  1. An area within a venue designed for performers to relax or prepare before going on stage
  2. A private space in theaters or studios where artists can rest between performances or rehearsals
  3. A designated room providing comfort and amenities for talent prior to their appearance in front of an audience

Etymology: "Greenrooms" is the plural of "greenroom," a compound of "green" and "room" for the space where performers wait before going on stage. The exact reason the colour was chosen is uncertain, so the compound's literal sense is the safest thing to report.