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/wɔːl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A continuous vertical brick or stone structure that encloses or divides an area of land.
The house was surrounded by a high stone wall for privacy.
A structure that forms a barrier or support in a building.
The interior wall of the office was painted a bright color.
A similar barrier or divider, often used in a non-physical sense.
She felt a wall between herself and her colleagues after the disagreement.
A layer of material that serves a particular function, such as a membrane or a protective coating.
The cell wall of a plant provides structure and protection.
verb
To enclose or confine within walls.
They decided to wall off the garden to keep the pets out.
To build a wall around something.
The workers will wall the new construction area for safety.
Etymology
Old English 'weall', from Latin 'vallum', meaning a rampart or wall.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a wall of silence
An atmosphere of silence, often resulting from something unwelcome.
to hit a wall
To reach an obstacle that prevents further progress.
behind the wall
In a protected position, often referring to not being able to see or understand something.
Related Words
barrier
An obstruction that prevents movement or access.
fence
A barrier enclosing or bordering a space.
partition
A division into parts, often referring to a dividing wall.
Slang Meanings
To hit the wall
After studying for hours, I really hit the wall and could not concentrate anymore.
Wallflower
At the dance, she felt like a wallflower, standing alone while others were dancing.