1
: a small structure with one or more open sides that is used to vend merchandise (such as newspapers) or services (such as film developing)
2
: a small stand-alone device providing information and services on a computer screen
a museum with interactive kiosks
3
: an open summerhouse or pavilion
Examples of kiosk in a Sentence
She sells souvenirs at a kiosk in the mall.
You can pick up your plane tickets at one of the airport's kiosks.
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The property will feature a pool, a gym, a library curated to highlight social progress with digital learning kiosks, a theater, a gallery space, meeting rooms, and a ballroom that can host up to 200 people.
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Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 14 Mar. 2025
What's next: The project was delayed several times because of supply chain disruptions, ongoing MBTA shutdowns and repairs, construction challenges and integration with the kiosk project.
—Mike Deehan, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
The grill will be fired up in multiple Epcot locations, including Magnolia Terrace, the kiosk at American Adventure pavilions.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2025
The Senate bill comes as the kiosks have become more accessible, popping up in gas stations and grocery stores in communities across the United States.
—Bracey Harris, NBC News, 25 Feb. 2025
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Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 14 Mar. 2025
What's next: The project was delayed several times because of supply chain disruptions, ongoing MBTA shutdowns and repairs, construction challenges and integration with the kiosk project.
—Mike Deehan, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
The grill will be fired up in multiple Epcot locations, including Magnolia Terrace, the kiosk at American Adventure pavilions.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2025
The Senate bill comes as the kiosks have become more accessible, popping up in gas stations and grocery stores in communities across the United States.
—Bracey Harris, NBC News, 25 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for kiosk
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“Kiosk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kiosk. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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kiosk
noun
ki·osk
ˈkē-ˌäsk 
kē-ˈäsk
1
: a small light structure with one or more open sides used especially to sell merchandise or services
2
: a small structure that provides information and services on a computer screen
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