kiosk

noun

ki·​osk ˈkē-ˌäsk 

1

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

2

: a small stand-alone device providing information and services on a computer screen

a museum with interactive kiosks

3

: an open summerhouse or pavilion

Synonyms of kiosk

• pavilion

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Meet at the kiosk upon arrival. —Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026

Large airport-style digital displays showing court schedules replace stapled paper handouts, and jurors can check in with court staff at digital counters or via QR codes at jury assembly kiosks. —Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026

Joseph said each kiosk would feature monthly rotating images and a spotlight on a different local business or organization — restaurants, boutiques, schools, churches, nonprofits, community groups and other community elements. —Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026

Eventually, Rhoades said the plan is to bring in a coffee kiosk from a local business to create an experience similar to some bookstores. —Stacy Brandt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Turkish köşk, from Persian kūshk portico

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Rhymes for kiosk

• bosque
• mosque

Kids Definition

kiosk

noun

ki·​osk ˈkē-ˌäsk 

kē-ˈäsk

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