hall

/hɔː/ or /hɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

a large room in a building, typically used for social events, meetings, or exhibitions.

“The university’s grand hall was filled with students celebrating the end of the semester.”

2. noun

a corridor or entrance of a building, often with a door or doors.

“The front hall of the house had a large wooden door with a brass doorknob.”

3. noun

a person’s residence, especially when spoken of as a place of public resort.

“The mayor’s hall was open to the public for a charity event.”

4. verb

to call to a public meeting or assembly, especially to announce a royal or official presence.

“The king’s herald was tasked with hall the people to the palace for the coronation ceremony.”

5. verb

to make a loud noise, especially to attract attention.

“The fire alarm began to hall, signaling an emergency in the building.”

Synonyms

  • chamber
  • corridor
  • vestibule

Antonyms

  • empty space
  • vacancy