шалтер

Noun

 * 1) counter, window, desk, office (where one interacts with employees, submits documents, etc. for example in a bank)

Etymology
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Noun

 * 1) ticket office (bus station, railroad station, airport)
 * 2) office (in a bank, post office etc.)
 * 3) switch (device to turn electric current on and off or direct its flow)