A utility-room, also known as a laundry-room or a mudroom, is a small room or area in a house used for laundry and storage purposes. Other synonyms for a utility-room include service-room, work-room, and function-room. A service-room is typically used to store household items and cleaning supplies while a work-room is used for crafts and hobbies. The term function-room, on the other hand, can be used to refer to a room that serves a specific purpose, such as a laundry or mudroom. Regardless of the term used to describe it, a utility-room serves an important purpose in maintaining an organized and functional household.