kiosk

noun

ki·​osk ˈkē-ˌäsk How to pronounce kiosk (audio)
1
: a small structure with one or more open sides that is used to vend merchandise (such as newspapers) or services (such as film developing)
2
: a small stand-alone device providing information and services on a computer screen
a museum with interactive kiosks
3
: an open summerhouse or pavilion

Examples of kiosk in a Sentence

She sells souvenirs at a kiosk in the mall. You can pick up your plane tickets at one of the airport's kiosks.
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Word History

Etymology

Turkish köşk, from Persian kūshk portico

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Time Traveler
The first known use of kiosk was in 1625

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Cite this Entry

“Kiosk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kiosk. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

kiosk

noun
ki·​osk ˈkē-ˌäsk How to pronounce kiosk (audio)
kē-ˈäsk
1
: a small light structure with one or more open sides used especially to sell merchandise or services
2
: a small structure that provides information and services on a computer screen

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