1lob·by 
/ˈlɑ:bi/ noun
plural lob·bies /ˈlɑ:bi/ noun [count] 1 : a large open area inside and near the entrance of a public building (such as a hotel or theater)
▪ a hotel lobby ▪ I'll meet you in the lobby after the show. 2 : an organized group of people who work together to influence government decisions that relate to a particular industry, issue, etc.
▪ the gun/tobacco lobby ▪ The proposed new law is supported/opposed by the oil lobby.
▪ a hotel lobby ▪ I'll meet you in the lobby after the show.
▪ the gun/tobacco lobby ▪ The proposed new law is supported/opposed by the oil lobby.
