kiosk

noun

ki·​osk ˈkē-ˌäsk 

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

Synonyms

• alcove
• belvedere
• casino
• gazebo
• pavilion
• summerhouse

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

The game is available at the Ami flagship, the participating businesses, and the news kiosk across from the boutique located at 96 Rue de Turenne. —Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025

Later this month, the trademarks and assets of the company (kiosks included) will change hands in a foreclosure sale at the offices a New York City law firm. —Dade Hayes, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2025

The trail heads west and is clearly marked with a sign and a kiosk. —Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025

Local food businesses could extend their presence through food trucks and kiosks. —Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 6 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Turkish köşk, from Persian kūshk portico

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Rhymes for kiosk

• bosque
• mosque

Kids Definition

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