counting room

noun

1. counting house.

Word History and Origins

Origin of counting room¹

First recorded in 1705–15

Example Sentences

And cash — more than anyone had ever seen and more than management could imagine — flooded into the counting room, taking an entire day to count.

From Seattle Times

Estimated tuition and fees are listed at about $37,000 for this school year, not counting room and board, but nearly all full-time undergraduates receive financial aid or scholarships.

From Washington Post

Right-wing provocateur and former Trump White House advisor Steve Bannon declared last week on his podcast that Democrats “are not going to be winning anymore” because the likes of Marchant and Finchem will be “in the counting room,” rooting out ballots they deem illegal or illegitimate.

From Reuters

While some counties, including King County, broadcast a livestream of their ballot counting room, Hagglund thinks more cameras would be helpful.

From Seattle Times

Elgan said a printer will be installed in the counting room for the general election.

From Seattle Times