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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Hall
A room or building for a specific purpose, or a corridor or passageway in a building.
Definitions
- A room or building for a specific purpose, such as a concert hall or a town hall
- A corridor or passageway in a building, especially one that connects rooms or provides access to other parts of the building
- The main room in a large house, used for receptions and other social gatherings
Etymology of Hall
The word "hall" comes from Old English "heall", which referred to a large room or building, especially one used for feasting or other social gatherings
The word is related to the Old Norse "hallr", which had a similar meaning, and the Modern German "Halle", which means "hall" or "corridor"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to rooms, buildings, and corridors
Example Uses
- The concert hall was filled to capacity for the performance
- The hotel lobby was a grand hall with a high ceiling and marble floors
- The students walked down the hall to their next class
- The town hall meeting was attended by hundreds of residents
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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