Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vestibulum
noun
/ˈvɛstɪˌbjuːləm/
Definition
An area or space in a building that serves as an entrance or reception area.
Examples
- As you entered the building, you stepped into a grand vestibulum adorned with beautiful chandeliers.
- The lawyer’s office had a spacious vestibulum where clients would wait before their appointments.
- In Roman architecture, the vestibulum served as a transition space from the outside to the inside of a house.
Meaning
The term ‘vestibulum’ is often used to describe the small space or hallway at the entrance of a building, usually leading into a larger room or area.
Synonyms
- entrance hall
- foyer
- lobby
- reception area
