antechamber

noun

Meaning

A small room leading into a larger or more important room, often used as a waiting area.

Examples

The guests gathered in the antechamber while the host prepared the dining room for the banquet.
She paced back and forth in the antechamber, checking her notes one last time before the interview.

Synonyms: foyer, vestibule, waiting room, anteroom

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antechamber

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæntɪˌtʃeɪmbər/

Definition

A small room leading into a larger or more important room, often used as a waiting area.

Examples

The guests gathered in the antechamber while the host prepared the dining room for the banquet.
She paced back and forth in the antechamber, checking her notes one last time before the interview.

Synonyms of antechamber

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