Definitions for: Embassy

[n] a diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work
[n] an ambassador and his entourage collectively

Webster (1913) Definition: Em"bas*sy, n.; pl. Embassies. [OF. ambass['e]e,
embasc['e]e, LL. ambasciata, fr. ambasciare for ambactiare to
go on a mission, fr. L. ambactus vassal, dependent, of Celtic
or German origin; cf. W. amaeth husbandman, Goth. andbahts
servant, G. amt office, OHG. ambaht. Cf. Ambassador.]
1. The public function of an ambassador; the charge or
business intrusted to an ambassador or to envoys; a public
message to; foreign court concerning state affairs; hence,
any solemn message.

He sends the angels on embassies with his decrees.
--Jer. Taylor.

2. The person or persons sent as ambassadors or envoys; the
ambassador and his suite; envoys.

3. The residence or office of an ambassador.

Note: Sometimes, but rarely, spelled ambassy.

See Also: commission, delegacy, delegation, deputation, diplomatic building, High Commission, mission

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