hall

noun

ˈhȯl How to pronounce hall (audio)
Definition of hallnext
1
as in hallway
the entrance room of a building the dinner guests hung their coats in the hall

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2
as in corridor
a typically long narrow way connecting parts of a building the bedroom is at the end of the hall

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3
as in auditorium
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings the concert hall was full

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4
as in lobby
a centrally located room in a building that serves as a gathering or waiting area or as a passageway into the interior from the main hall of the museum, turn left to see the ancient pottery collection and turn right to see the mummies

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5
as in mansion
a large impressive residence Lord Plentiworth has opened his family's hereditary home, Richley Hall, to visitors on Tuesdays

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as in tower
a large, magnificent, or massive building on your right, you will see Parliament Hall, a splendid example of Georgian architecture

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Recent Examples of hall One of Congress’ responsibilities from the halls of Washington is overseeing America’s foreign policy, including defense funding. — Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026 When Sofia Coppola was granted access to the Château de Versailles’ hallowed halls for her 2006 film, Marie Antoinette, their collaboration was unprecedented. — Stephanie Sporn, HollywoodReporter, 5 Oct. 2026 Five presidents have stayed inside the hallowed halls, along with other musicians, writers, and more. — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026 The halls of the centuries-old building — the first public library in France — brought back memories for Naomi Watts. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hall
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hall
  1. hallway
  2. corridor
  3. auditorium
  4. lobby
  5. mansion
  6. tower
  7. foyer
  8. concourse
Noun
  • During a hold, students and staff are kept in their classrooms and hallways and common areas are kept clear while school officials and law enforcement investigate a potential threat.
    — Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Further Possibilities Hiding in an oak tree, pausing in a middle school hallway on crutches, discovering guanacos at the Syracuse Zoo.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of hallway
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  • Indiana sits near major population centers and transportation corridors.
    — Jeff Danielson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2026
  • That set off a flurry of Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure, and the Houthis’ announcement of a blockade against Saudi shipping on the Red Sea — now the main corridor for Saudi energy exports.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of corridor
Noun
  • Guess theater owners didn’t want to risk another weekend of empty Imax auditoriums?
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Although the cinematography is largely straightforward, Anderson occasionally mixes it up with shots taken from various parts of the auditorium, including the rear of the stage and the ceiling.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of auditorium
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  • The lobby of the Alida, which opened in 2018, has clean lines and tasteful mid-century furniture.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The hotel also offers afternoon tea in the lobby lounge and cocktails at The Ryal Bar.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of lobby
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  • Mia Wasikowska plays a woman who moves to a remote mansion with her new husband (Tom Hiddleston) and his sister (Jessica Chastain) and discovers the secrets buried in the earth.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2026
  • For some of the world’s richest people, buying a mansion is the first in a string of many purchases.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of mansion
Noun
  • The service is particularly useful for people in remote locations, where cell towers cannot reach.
    — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
  • What to do nearby The hotel sits in a prime position between the sleek towers of the Porta Nuova neighborhood and the city’s historic center.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of tower
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  • The building's sunlit foyer is a treasure trove of vintage rugs, antique furniture, and shelves lined with museum-worthy collectibles.
    — Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Ionic columns mark the entry, leading to a foyer with sweeping staircases under 14-foot ceilings.
    — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of foyer
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  • Keegan strongly praised the main concourse, calling it an improved version of the one at the White Sox’s Rate Field, with more walking space and better sightlines to the field for fans going to the concession stands.
    — Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Across the outfield concourse of the stadium (formerly known as Coolray Field), more than 300 emerald ceramic domes will be set to temperatures ranging from 200 to 700 degrees.
    — Sam Flemming, AJC.com, 30 Sep. 2026
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