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Embassy

Noun / ˈembʌsi: / Another word for embassy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an office or residence of an ambassador in a foreign country

Synonyms & similar words

consulate legation mission delegation chancery

Synonyms by register

Formal

legation chancellery consulate mission

Antonyms

private residence individual home personal dwelling seclusion solitude

Common collocations

  • embassy staff
  • embassy building
  • embassy in London
  • embassy of France
  • embassy party
  • embassy security
  • embassy reception

Word family

noun embassy
adjective embassy

Usage note

An embassy is a diplomatic mission, usually representing a country in another country. It is not typically used to refer to a private residence.

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Example sentences

  1. The American embassy is located in London, England.
  2. The embassy staff helps citizens traveling abroad.
  3. The ambassador was called back to the embassy for an emergency meeting.
  4. The embassy building is heavily guarded for security reasons.
  5. The embassy issued a warning to all American citizens in the country.

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