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downstairs

down·stairs [ down stérz ]


adverb 
Definition:
 
to lower floor: down the stairs, or to a lower floor



adjective 
Definition:
 
on lower floor: relating to or situated on a lower or the lowest floor
a downstairs bathroom



noun 
Definition:
 
lower floor: the lower floor of a building

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