Headrooms

/ˈhɛd.ruːmz/ noun

Definition

Plural form: multiple spaces above people's heads, or multiple examples of vertical clearance.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'headroom' formed by adding -s to the singular form.

Kelly Says

Modern building codes specify minimum headrooms because builders realized that basement headrooms of only 6.5 feet make spaces feel like dungeons and reduce property values.

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