lobby

B2
Pronunciation
/lɒbi/
/lɑbi/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

An entryway or reception area; vestibule; passageway; corridor.

Example Sentences
  • I had to wait in the lobby for hours before seeing the doctor.
2 Definition

That part of a hall of legislation not appropriated to the official use of the assembly.

3 Definition

A class or group of people who try to influence public officials; collectively, lobbyists.

Example Sentences
  • The influence of the tobacco lobby has decreased considerably in the US.
4 Definition

A virtual area where players can chat and find opponents for a game.

5 Definition

An apartment or passageway in the fore part of an old-fashioned cabin under the quarter-deck.

6 Definition

A confined place for cattle, formed by hedges, trees, or other fencing, near the farmyard.

7 Definition

A margin along either side of the playing field in the sport of kabaddi.

8 Definition

Scouse (from lobscouse)

Example Sentences
  • My mam cooked us lobby for tea last night.
Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To attempt to influence (a public official or decision-maker) in favor of a specific opinion or cause.

Example Sentences
  • For years, pro-life groups have continued to lobby hard for restrictions on abortion.