Meaning of the word hole in English

What does hole mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hole

US /hoʊl/
UK /hoʊl/
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Noun

1.

a hollow place in a solid body or surface

Example:
There's a small hole in my sock.
The rabbit dug a hole in the ground.
2.

a difficult or awkward situation

Example:
He got himself into a real hole with his gambling debts.
We're in a deep hole and need to find a way out.

Verb

1.

to make a hole or holes in something

Example:
The carpenter will hole the wood for the screws.
The bullet holed the wall.
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