anteroom

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a large entrance or reception room or area

Etymology

From ante- + room, as a calque of French antichambre or its model Italian anticamera.

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Synonyms

antechamber, entrance hall, hall, foyer, lobby, vestibule

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