embassy

//ˈɛmbəsi//
B2Frequency Level 8Formal
Visual representation of embassy

Noun

embassySingular
embassiesPlural
1

The official residence or offices of an ambassador and their staff in a foreign country.

She went to the American embassy to renew her passport.

2

A diplomatic mission headed by an ambassador.

The embassy staff worked to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries.

3

The position, function, or mission of an ambassador.

He accepted the embassy to negotiate a peace treaty.