foyer

noun

foy·​er ˈfȯi(-ə)r  ˈfȯi-ˌ(y)ā 

 also  ˈfwä-ˌyā

: an anteroom or lobby especially of a theater

also : an entrance hallway : vestibule

Synonyms

• hall
• lobby

Examples of foyer in a Sentence

theatergoers crowded the foyer during the play's intermission

leave your muddy boots in the foyer and come into the house

Recent Examples on the Web

Throughout this unique home are many interesting architectural features including a spacious foyer with an archway, crown molding, two wood-burning fireplaces (one in the living room and one in the den) and multiple decks for viewing the beautiful surrounding scenery. —Karen A. Avitabile, Hartford Courant, 1 Dec. 2024

Almost every room in this modern home is spacious and expansive, from the dramatic, two-story entrance foyer to the combination mudroom/laundry room to the breakfast bar in the kitchen, which is practically large enough to seat guests for Thanksgiving dinner all by itself. —Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 25 Nov. 2024

Beyond the gleaming front door lies a double-height entry foyer adorned with translucent glass floor panels splayed out around the showpiece staircase hewn from marine-grade stainless steel and walnut. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024

Inside, the grand foyer opens to a spectacular two-story great room, showcasing expert craftsmanship with a soaring cathedral ceiling and intricate beam work, a stone fireplace, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. —Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 4 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, fireplace, from Vulgar Latin *focarium, from Latin focus hearth

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

foyer

noun

foy·​er ˈfȯi(-ə)r  ˈfȯi-ˌ(y)ā 

1

: a lobby especially in a theater

2

: an entrance hallway : vestibule