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vestibule any small bodily cavity or space at the entrance to a passage or canal vestibule [′ves·tə‚byül] (anatomy) The central cavity of the bony labyrinth of the ear. The parts of the membranous labyrinth within the cavity of the bony labyrinth. The space between the labia minora. (building construction) A hall or chamber between the outer door and the interior, or rooms, of a building. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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There are five, of which the door of the vestibule is the only entrance to the pavilion,--a door always automatically closed, which cannot be opened, either from the outer or inside, except with the two special keys which are never out of the possession of either Daddy Jacques or Monsieur Stangerson. Bennet, having dawdled about in the vestibule to watch for the end of the conference, no sooner saw Elizabeth open the door and with quick step pass her towards the staircase, than she entered the breakfast-room, and congratulated both him and herself in warm terms on the happy prospect or their nearer connection. Quietly, but with confident courage, Pollyanna ascended the chapel steps, pushed open the door and entered the vestibule. |
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