건물 입구 근처의 넓은 홀이나 대기 공간.
A large hall or waiting area near the entrance of a public building, such as a hotel, theater, or office tower.
예문:
"We agreed to meet near the fountain located in the main hotel lobby."
"The security guard asked us to wait in the lobby until the manager arrived."
"The theater lobby was crowded with people waiting for the doors to open."
특정 문제에 대해 정부나 의회에 영향을 미치려는 단체.
A group of individuals or organizations that attempts to influence government decisions, legislation, or public policy on a specific issue.
예문:
"The powerful agricultural lobby successfully blocked the proposed environmental regulations."
"She works for an education reform lobby dedicated to improving public schools."
"Critics argue that the pharmaceutical lobby holds too much sway over healthcare policy."
특정 문제에 대해 정치인이나 공무원에게 영향을 미치려고 시도하거나 압력을 가하다.
To seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue, often by direct communication or organized effort, sometimes to secure the passage or defeat of legislation.
예문:
"Environmental activists are lobbying Congress to pass stricter climate protection laws."
"The organization spent millions of dollars lobbying against the tax increase bill."
"She was hired specifically to lobby state senators regarding infrastructure funding."