Associations to the word «Embassy»

Wiktionary

EMBASSY, noun. The function or duty of an ambassador.
EMBASSY, noun. An organization or group of officials who permanently represent a sovereign state in a second sovereign state or with respect to an international organization such as the United Nations.
EMBASSY, noun. A temporary mission representing a sovereign state.
EMBASSY, noun. The official residence of such a group, or of an ambassador.

Dictionary definition

EMBASSY, noun. A diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work.
EMBASSY, noun. An ambassador and his entourage collectively.

Wise words

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