1. a large entrance hall or waiting area in a building
2. a group of people who try to influence politicians or government officials on particular issues

1. to try to influence politicians or government officials to support or oppose particular legislation

Examples

• We waited in the hotel lobby for our friends to arrive.
• The marble lobby was decorated with fresh flowers.
• The environmental lobby opposed the new drilling regulations.
• Several lobbies are pushing for healthcare reform.
• The company hired lawyers to lobby Congress.
• Citizens lobbied their representatives to vote against the bill.
• She spent years lobbying for stricter safety standards.