Meaning & Definition of word "Fall"

Fall

/fɔːl/

noun:

  • 1. the act of falling or the state of having fallen.
    • Example: She had a bad fall while hiking.
  • 2. the season of fall, also known as autumn.
    • Example: Fall is my favorite season because of the colorful leaves.
  • 3. a decrease in amount, level, or strength.
    • Example: There has been a fall in sales this quarter.

verb:

  • 1. to move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control.
    • Example: The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
  • 2. to decrease in amount, level, or strength.
    • Example: The temperature is expected to fall overnight.
  • 3. to come under control or to be captured.
    • Example: The castle fell to the enemy after a long siege.

Etymology

Middle English: fallen, from Old English feallan

Common Phrases and Expressions

fall apart:

to break into pieces or fail emotionally

fall behind:

to fail to keep up with others

fall in love:

to start feeling romantic feelings for someone

Related Words

fallacy:

a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments

fallen:

having fallen or having lost position

fallout:

the adverse result of a situation

Slang Meanings of fall

Meaning: to fall for someone

Example Sentence: He really fell for her after their first date.

Meaning: to fall through

Example Sentence: The plan to go to the beach fell through because it rained.