by appointment
Not walk-in
By appointment indicates that something is available or happens only when scheduled in advance, not on demand or by walk-in: The gallery is open by appointment only.
The phrase often signals exclusivity or limited access—private viewings, specialist consultations, or services requiring advance arrangement.
Hairdresser to the Queen, by appointment indicates official royal endorsement.
- scheduledArranged for specific time
- reservedRestrained in manner
- bookingAdvance arrangement secured
- calendarDate-tracking system
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
exclusive · private · waiting room · front desk · receptionist · slot · confirmed · doctor · salon · office hours · embassy · visa · referral · advance notice · availability · time slot · secretary · rescheduled
- royal endorsementsroyal warrants, royal patronage, royal seal, royal charter
- Exclusivityexclusive, elite, VIP, members-only, private
by appointmentdrop-in
Unscheduled brief visit
walk-in · open access · first come first served · open door · on demand
by appointmentopen access
Free public scholarly content
unrestricted · open house · casual · informal · 24/7
appointment, appoint, appointed, appointing, appointments, appointee, appointees, reappoint, reappointed