Hall Definition & Meaning

hall
noun
  1. an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open; "the elevators were at the end of the hall"
  2. a large entrance or reception room or area
  3. a large room for gatherings or entertainment; "lecture hall"; "pool hall"
  4. a college or university building containing living quarters for students
  5. the large room of a manor or castle
  6. English writer whose novel about a lesbian relationship was banned in Britain for many years (1883-1943)
  7. United States child psychologist whose theories of child psychology strongly influenced educational psychology (1844-1924)
  8. United States chemist who developed an economical method of producing aluminum from bauxite (1863-1914)
  9. United States explorer who led three expeditions to the Arctic (1821-1871)
  10. United States astronomer who discovered Phobos and Deimos (the two satellites of Mars) (1829-1907)
  11. a large and imposing house
  12. a large building used by a college or university for teaching or research; "halls of learning"
  13. a large building for meetings or entertainment

"Hall" in song lyrics

See how hall is used in real songs:

  • "The penny arcades, hangin out by the pool hall"
    Akbar — No Suckas Allowed
  • "Remember Aaron Hall, Damon Hall"
    Akinyele — Three
  • "When the wall comes crumblin' down the long hall"
    AMB — Heatseeker

Words that rhyme with hall

Usage tips for "hall"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hall" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hall to find words that pair well.

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