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/ˈɛm.bə.si/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A diplomatic mission or the premises used by a country's diplomatic representatives in a foreign country.
She went to the embassy to apply for a visa.
The staff or representatives of an ambassador in a foreign country.
The embassy organized a cultural event to promote their home country's traditions.
A group of representatives diplomatic or otherwise, sent by a country to another country or international organization.
The embassy negotiated a new trade agreement between the two nations.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'imbassatus', meaning 'to send on a mission'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
embassy staff
The employees working at an embassy.
embassy protection
Security services offered to citizens by their embassies.
embassy issue
A problem or matter pertaining to diplomatic relations.
Related Words
ambassador
The highest-ranking diplomat representing a country.
diplomat
An official representing a country abroad.
consulate
A smaller diplomatic office representing a country's interests.
Slang Meanings
No specific slang usage, but informally sometimes referred to as 'the embassy'.
I had to visit the embassy to sort out my passport issues.