# kiosk

/ˈkiˌɔsk/ (US) · /kˈiːɒsk/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/kiosk
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a small, open booth or stand where you can buy things or get information. You often see them in airports, train stations, or parks.

For teachers: a small, open-fronted booth or stand for the sale of goods or the provision of services. Often used in public spaces like airports, train stations, or shopping malls.

## Examples

- I bought a map at the information kiosk.
- The airport has several kiosks where travelers can rent laptops or buy snacks before their flight.
- The city installed several interactive kiosks in the central square to provide tourists with real-time transit updates and historical information about the surrounding architecture.

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