kiosk
playSimple Definition of kiosk
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: a small store in a building or on the street where things (such as newspapers or candy) are sold
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: 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 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.
Origin and Etymology of kiosk
Turkish köşk, from Persian kūshk portico
First Known Use: 1625
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KIOSK Defined for Kids
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Definition of kiosk for Students
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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