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vestibule

VES-tih-byool

ˈvɛstɪbjuːl

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vestibule

Dictionary meaning

An antechamber, hall, or lobby next to the outer door of a building; a small entrance hall or lobby.

History and origin

Latin — 'vestibulum' (entrance court).

Synonyms: foyer, anteroom, lobby

Common mispronunciations

veh-STIB-yoolVES-tih-bule

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