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.

• The ornate antechamber was filled with antique furniture and portraits of the estate's former owners.

Synonyms of antechamber

Words with a similar meaning to antechamber:

• foyer
• vestibule
• waiting room
• anteroom

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