A government building is a structure that houses the offices and departments of a government body. Synonyms for this term include civic center, administration center, town hall, courthouse, capitol or capitol building, legislative building, parliament building, embassy, city hall, municipal center, statehouse, government complex, and county administrative building. These terms often refer to official buildings belonging to local, state, or federal governments. They host important government activities such as meeting rooms for lawmakers, public hearings, and other critical functions of governance. Each term is inclusive of several different types of government buildings, each with its unique functions and purposes.