Kiosk: meaning, definitions and examples

A small open-fronted shop or a structure where newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold. Often found in busy areas like train stations, parks, or shopping centers.

• I bought our train tickets from the kiosk near the entrance.
• There is a kiosk selling snacks in the park.

A small, enclosed space or table with walls or screens for privacy, often used for voting, recording audio, or providing information at events.

• We voted privately in the booth during the election.
• The company set up a booth at the trade show to display their new products.

An open-fronted or enclosed space in a market, fair, or at an event, typically selling specific items like food, crafts, or goods. It can also refer to small partitions in restrooms or changing areas.

• We bought fresh vegetables from a stall at the farmers' market.
• Each restroom had several stalls for privacy.

A platform or a place where things are sold or exhibited, often temporary and seen at events like fairs, sports games, or farmer's markets. The term can also refer to a structure used to hold or display items.

• We got hotdogs from a stand at the baseball game.
• The artist displayed his paintings on a stand in the gallery.

Typically used to refer to a small, stand-alone booth or structure where people can purchase goods, get information, or perform transactions.

• You can buy newspapers and snacks at the kiosk near the train station
• The information kiosk helps tourists find attractions in the city