anteroom

/ænˈtɛruːm/

Definitions

1. noun

A room, often at the entrance of a building, that serves as a waiting area or reception room.

“The guests had to wait in the anteroom before being ushered into the main dining hall.”

2. noun

A room or space in front of a larger room or chamber.

“The anteroom separated the main meeting hall from the foyer.”

Synonyms

  • entry hall
  • lobby
  • vestibule

Antonyms

  • main room
  • principal room