Booth

/buːθ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A small, enclosed space or compartment, often used for a specific purpose such as selling, voting, or providing privacy.
She walked into the photo booth to take her pictures.
A designated area for a particular activity, especially at a fair or exhibition.
The company set up a booth to showcase their latest products at the convention.
A voting station where individuals cast their ballots.
He entered the voting booth to cast his vote in the election.
A space for a person to sit in a restaurant, usually with a bench and a table.
We preferred to sit in a quiet booth at the corner of the restaurant.
A small, soundproof room or enclosure for privacy, often used for recording.
The voice artist entered the sound booth to record her lines.

Etymology

Middle English 'bōth', possibly from Old Norse 'búð', meaning 'shelter or booth'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Photo booth
A small structure where people can take photographs, often automated.
Voting booth
A private area where voters can cast their votes.
Trade show booth
A space allocated to a company at a trade show to showcase products.

Related Words

kiosk
A small open-fronted structure in a public area from which goods or services are sold.
stall
A small booth or compartment for selling goods.

Slang Meanings

If someone is 'in the booth', they are recording music or in a sound recording studio.
He's in the booth laying down some fresh tracks.