kiosk

ki·osk

noun \ˈkē-ˌäsk\

: a small store in a building or on the street where things (such as newspapers or candy) are sold

: a small structure that provides information and services on a computer screen

Full Definition of KIOSK

1

:  an open summerhouse or pavilion

2

:  a small structure with one or more open sides that is used to vend merchandise (as newspapers) or services (as film developing)

3

:  a small stand-alone device providing information and services on a computer screen <a museum with interactive kiosks>

Examples of KIOSK

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

Origin of KIOSK

Turkish köşk, from Persian kūshk portico

First Known Use: 1625

Related to KIOSK

Synonyms

alcove, casino, gazebo, belvedere, pavilion, summerhouse

Related Words

trellis

Other Business Terms

amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite

kiosk

noun    (Concise Encyclopedia)

Originally, in Islamic architecture, an open circular pavilion consisting of a roof supported by pillars. The word has been applied to a Turkish summer garden pavilion and a type of early Persian mosque. Today the term refers to any small urban booth that dispenses newspapers, information, or tickets.