hole

/hoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A cavity or void in a surface or a solid object.

“The hole in the wall needed to be fixed.”

2. verb

To make a hole or holes in something.

“The drill will hole through the metal plate.”

3. verb

To make a hole or holes in the ground for planting or other purposes.

“The gardener will hole the seeds in the garden bed.”

4. noun

A situation or position that is difficult or embarrassing.

“He felt like he was in a hole after losing his job.”

5. noun

A unit or area in a golf course.

“The golfer hit the ball into the hole.”

6. noun

A place or location where something is hidden or stored.

“The treasure was hidden in a hole in the ground.”

Synonyms

  • cavity
  • opening
  • puncture
  • void
  • voidance

Antonyms

  • intact
  • solid
  • whole