Meaning of the word wall in English

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

wall

US /wɑːl/

UK /wɑːl/

a continuous vertical brick or stone structure that encloses or divides an area of land

Example:

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The garden is surrounded by a high brick wall.

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They built a new wall to separate the properties.

Synonym:

barrier partition fence enclosure

an upright side of a building or room

Example:

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Hang the picture on that wall.

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The room has four white walls.

Synonym:

partition side

to enclose or separate (an area) with a wall

Example:

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They decided to wall off the dangerous area.

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The old city was once completely walled.

Synonym:

enclose fence partition barricade

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