embassy

noun em·bas·sy \ ˈem-bə-sē \

|Updated on: 9 Jun 2018

Examples: embassy in a Sentence

Definition of embassy

plural embassies

1 : a body of diplomatic representatives; specifically : one headed by an ambassador

2 a : the function or position of an ambassador

b : a mission abroad undertaken officially especially by an ambassador

3 : embassage 1

4 : the official residence and offices of an ambassador

See embassy defined for English-language learners

See embassy defined for kids

Examples of embassy in a Sentence

Protesters marched outside the American embassy.

Recent Examples of embassy from the Web

Ron Dermer, Israel's ambassador to the United States, said America's recent decision to relocate its embassy to Israel will help advance the cause of Middle East peace.

— ahmed elbenni, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Israel's ambassador to U.S. lauds American embassy move to Jerusalem in address at Milwaukee Rotary Club," 5 June 2018
According to a poll by the American Jewish Committee, only 16 percent of American Jews wanted the embassy moved right away, but no matter: The same constituency that is politically irrelevant to Netanyahu is irrelevant to Trump.

— lisa miller, Daily Intelligencer, "The Face of Birthright Israel Is Speaking Out Against the Prime Minister," 30 May 2018
Last December, President Trump announced that the US embassy in Israel would be moving to Jerusalem.

— graeme mcmillan, WIRED, "While You Were Offline: Wait, John Kelly Said What?," 20 May 2018
Importantly, moving our embassy to Jerusalem also reflects the reality that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.

— CBS News, "Nikki Haley defends Israel after Gaza border violence," 16 May 2018
The protests were largely a means of speaking out against the United States's recent decision to move their embassy to Jerusalem.

— lauren rearick, Teen Vogue, "Some Filmmakers, Actors, and Attendees at Cannes Film Festival Took Action to Support Palestinians Amid Protests in Gaza," 16 May 2018
Perhaps the most fundamental sign of Trump’s new hardcore policy is the Jerusalem embassy move itself.

— zack beauchamp, Vox, "Trump, Gaza, and the “blank check” approach to Israel," 15 May 2018
Some see the embassy move as fulfilling a divine prophecy.

— ruth eglash, Washington Post, "Jerusalem gears up to welcome the new U.S. Embassy," 14 May 2018
The embassy would never have moved without Mr. Trump’s willingness to defy political convention.

— the editorial board, WSJ, "From Washington to Jerusalem," 14 May 2018

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'embassy.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Origin and Etymology of embassy

Middle French ambassee, ultimately of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German ambaht service

NEW! Time Traveler

First Known Use: 1534

in the meaning defined at sense 1

See Words from the same year

EMBASSY Defined for English Language Learners

embassy

noun

Definition of embassy for English Language Learners

: a group of people who work under an ambassador and represent their country in a foreign country
: the building where an ambassador lives and works

EMBASSY Defined for Kids

embassy

noun em·bas·sy \ ˈem-bə-sē \

Definition of embassy for Students

plural embassies

1 : a group of people led by an ambassador who represent their country in a foreign county

2 : the building where an ambassador lives or works

Learn More about embassy

Spanish Central: Translation of embassy Nglish: Translation of embassy for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of embassy for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about embassy

Seen and Heard

What made you want to look up embassy? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

show

embassy

Definition of embassy

Examples of embassy in a Sentence

Recent Examples of embassy from the Web

Origin and Etymology of embassy

EMBASSY Defined for English Language Learners

embassy

Definition of embassy for English Language Learners

EMBASSY Defined for Kids

embassy

Definition of embassy for Students

Learn More about embassy

Seen and Heard

WORD OF THE DAY

jabberwocky

BROWSE DICTIONARY

Test Your Vocabulary

Words at Play

Can You Use 'Comprised of'?

Words We're Watching: '-iversary'

'Franchise': Profit from Freedom

What’s a ‘Chef’s Kiss’?

Ask the Editors

Ghost Word

2017 Word of the Year: Behind the Scenes

Literally

Is Singular 'They' a Better Choice?

Word Games

Name More Food!

Yearbook Superlatives Quiz

How Strong Is Your Vocabulary?

SCRABBLE® Sprint

Can You Use 'Comprised of'?

Trending: DOJ Describes Comey as 'Insubordinate'

Name More Food!

9 Words for Transnational Currencies

Ghost Word

embassy

Definition of embassy

Examples of embassy in a Sentence

Recent Examples of embassy from the Web

Origin and Etymology of embassy

EMBASSY Defined for English Language Learners

embassy

Definition of embassy for English Language Learners

EMBASSY Defined for Kids

embassy

Definition of embassy for Students

Learn More about embassy

Seen and Heard

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Words at Play

Ask the Editors

Word Games

Can You Use 'Comprised of'?

Trending: DOJ Describes Comey as 'Insubordinate'

Name More Food!

9 Words for Transnational Currencies

Ghost Word