station house
A "station house" serves as a base of operations for various public services, including police, fire departments, and transportation hubs.
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Definition
B2Law Enforcement
(informal)A building where police officers are based and where the public can report crimes or seek assistance.
Example
- She went to the station house to report the theft.
B2Fire Services
(informal)A facility where firefighters are stationed and where firefighting equipment is kept.
Example
- The new station house is equipped with the latest fire engines.
B2Transportation
(informal)A building at a railway or bus station that houses administrative offices and waiting areas.
Example
- The old station house now serves as a museum.
Similar
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