Hollow Definition & Meaning
hollow
- adjective
- not solid; having a space or gap or cavity; "a hollow wall"; "a hollow tree"; "hollow cheeks"; "his face became gaunter and more hollow with each year"
- as if echoing in a hollow space; "the hollow sound of footsteps in the empty ballroom"
- devoid of significance or point; "empty promises"; "a hollow victory"; "vacuous comments"
- noun
- a cavity or space in something; "hunger had caused the hollows in their cheeks"
- a small valley between mountains; "he built himself a cabin in a hollow high up in the Appalachians"
- a depression hollowed out of solid matter
- verb
- remove the inner part or the core of; "the mining company wants to excavate the hillside"
- remove the interior of; "hollow out a tree trunk"
"Hollow" in song lyrics
See how hollow is used in real songs:
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"When I turn to beast, your rhymes hollow"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — We in the Realm -
"You just have a man if your soul is hollow"
The 7A3 — Drums of Steel -
"Brother there's no tomorrow, we make time hollow"
Akrobatik f/ Mr. Lif — Beast Mode
Words that rhyme with hollow
Usage tips for "hollow"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hollow" 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 hollow to find words that pair well.
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