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Meaning of Lobby
The primary meaning of the word "Lobby" is a room or area in a building used for a specific purpose, such as an entrance hall or a room for meeting and discussing something.
Definitions
- A room or area in a building used for a specific purpose, such as an entrance hall or a room for meeting and discussing something
- A group of people who try to influence others, especially politicians or business leaders, in order to get what they want
- To try to influence someone, especially a politician or business leader, in order to get what you want
Etymology of Lobby
The word "Lobby" originated in the 15th century, from the Old French word "lobie", meaning "portico" or "covered walk", which is derived from the Latin word "laubia", meaning "covered walk" or "arcade"
Initially, the term referred to a covered walk or a portico, but over time, its meaning expanded to include a room or area in a building used for a specific purpose
In the 19th century, the term took on a new meaning, referring to a group of people who try to influence others, especially politicians or business leaders, in order to get what they want
Example Uses
- The hotel lobby was filled with people waiting to check in
- The company has a strong lobby in Washington, trying to influence government policy
- She spent all day lobbying for her favorite cause, trying to convince politicians to support it