First Known Use: 1534
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embassy
noun em·bas·sy \ˈem-bə-sē\
: 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
plural em·bas·sies
Full Definition of EMBASSY
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
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Origin of EMBASSY
Middle French ambassee, ultimately of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German ambaht service
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embassy
noun em·bas·sy \ˈem-bə-sē\
plural em·bas·sies
Definition of EMBASSY for Kids
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
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