Definition of Lobby
Lobby
lob·by
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A corridor or hall connected to another room or series of rooms and used as a passageway or waiting area, such as a foyer;
e.g. The lobby for the hotel served as a magnificent entryway.
(verb)
to conduct activities aimed at influencing public officials and especially members of a legislative body on legislation;
e.g. They wished to lobby for an amendment for the upcoming bill.
(verb)
to attempt to influence or sway (someone, such as a public official) toward a desired action;
e.g. It's easy to lobby the other team to take their side.
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