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Walk-In

/ˈwɔːk.ɪn/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who arrives at a place without a prior appointment.

    "The clinic accepts walk-ins for urgent care services."
  2. 2

    A type of business or service that accommodates customers without appointments.

    "The walk-in salon allows clients to get haircuts on a first-come, first-served basis."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'walk-in' originated in the mid-20th century, combining the verb 'walk' from Old English 'wealcan' meaning 'to move by foot' and the preposition 'in'. It evolved to describe a person who arrives without an appointment, reflecting a shift towards more casual and accessible service environments.

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