press-gallery

The journalist takes notes from the press-gallery during the session.

Definition

Noun: - Press gallery: An area reserved for journalists, especially in a legislative assembly (such as a parliament or congress), where they can observe proceedings and report on them.

Usage Examples

• (The journalists sat in the designated area for the media.)
• (Only authorized journalists can enter this section.)

Advanced Usage

• "press-gallery pass": A credential allowing a journalist to enter the press-gallery.
  • He obtained a press-gallery pass to cover the parliamentary session. (He received official permission to sit in the media area.)

Variants and Related Words

• Press (adj): relating to the media or journalism.
  • The press conference was held in the main hall. (A meeting for journalists.)
• Gallery (n): a raised area or balcony in a large room or building.
  • The public gallery was full of spectators. (A balcony for observers.)

Synonyms

• Press box: A similar area reserved for journalists, especially in sports stadiums.
  • The football match was covered from the press box. (The journalists’ section.)
• Media gallery: A general term for a space set aside for news reporters.

Related Idioms

• "In the gallery": A phrase sometimes used metaphorically to mean being an observer rather than a participant.
  • The committee members debated while the public sat in the gallery. (Observing without taking part.)