Definition

A place where an ambassador and their staff work, usually located in a foreign country, to represent their home country and handle diplomatic matters.

Example

The embassy helped the citizens who were in trouble abroad.

Conversation

Have you ever visited an embassy before?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they can be quite interesting.

Yeah, I went to one in London, and it was really impressive.

That sounds cool! I'd love to see how they operate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Embassy** → It is formed from "embaissier" (from Old French, meaning to send on a mission) and the suffix "-y" (indicating a place or condition). The word "embassy" refers to the place or condition of being sent on a diplomatic mission.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where diplomats are 'sent on a mission' — that's what an embassy is.

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