Meaning of the word foyer in English

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foyer

US /ˈfɔɪ.ɚ/
UK /ˈfɔɪ.ɚ/
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Noun

1.

a large open area near the entrance of a public building such as a hotel or theater, where people can meet or wait

Example:
We waited for them in the hotel foyer.
The theater's foyer was filled with excited audience members.
2.

an entrance hall or other open area in a house or apartment

Example:
The grand foyer of the mansion featured a sweeping staircase.
She hung her coat in the small foyer by the front door.
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