fall
/fɔl/Definitions
1. noun
an instance of coming down or sinking to the ground, typically due to gravity
“The leaves began to fall from the tree.”
2. verb
to come down or sink to the ground, typically due to gravity
“The skydiver was about to fall from the plane.”
3. verb
to decrease or come to an end
“The sales began to fall as the company’s reputation worsened.”
4. verb
to change or become something else
“The old building will fall into disrepair if not renovated.”
5. verb
to experience a sudden and serious decline in health or physical strength
“The patient fell ill after eating the spoiled food.”
6. verb
to be defeated or overcome
“The team fell to their opponents in the championship game.”
7. noun
a period of time when the weather becomes colder, typically in autumn
“The fall season is a great time for apple picking.”