ˈ ̷ ̷(ˌ) ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
1.
a. : ample room for moving the elbows freely
stepped back to give them elbowroom — John Fountain
b. : adequate space for comfortable existence or development : sufficient room for work or operation
this plane needs elbowroom to fly
2. : freedom of movement or opportunity : liberty
more elbowroom for interpreting the party line
Synonyms: see room