A dormitory, also known as dorm, is a residence hall consisting of sleeping quarters or entire buildings primarily providing sleeping and residential quarters for large numbers of people, often in boarding. The term dorm can also refer to a multi occupancy bedroom where three or more people sleep.

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A typical American university and college dormitory room

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