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The term "waiting room" originated in the late 19th century, likely stemming from the increasing popularity of doctors' offices and hospitals. Prior to this, patients would often wait in the doctor's home or on the street. The term "waiting room" emerged to describe a designated space for patients to wait while being seen by medical professionals. The phrase itself is simple, combining the action of "waiting" with the place where it occurs, the "room." Its straightforwardness reflects the practicality of the space and its function.
a room provided for the use of people who are waiting to be seen by a doctor or dentist or who are waiting in a station for a bus or train.
Một căn phòng được cung cấp cho những người đang chờ được khám bởi bác sĩ hoặc nha sĩ hoặc những người đang đợi xe buýt hoặc xe lửa trong nhà ga.
