wall (Meaning)
wall (n)
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect
(anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure
a difficult or awkward situation
a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain)
a layer of material that encloses space
a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden)
an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes
wall (v)
surround with a wall in order to fortify
wall (n.)
A kind of knot often used at the end of a rope; a wall knot; a wale.
A work or structure of stone, brick, or other materials, raised to some height, and intended for defense or security, solid and permanent inclosing fence, as around a field, a park, a town, etc., also, one of the upright inclosing parts of a building or a room.
A defense; a rampart; a means of protection; in the plural, fortifications, in general; works for defense.
An inclosing part of a receptacle or vessel; as, the walls of a steam-engine cylinder.
The side of a level or drift.
The country rock bounding a vein laterally.
wall (v. t.)
To inclose with a wall, or as with a wall.
To defend by walls, or as if by walls; to fortify.
To close or fill with a wall, as a doorway.
Synonyms & Antonyms of wall
wall Sentence Examples
- The old castle stood tall and imposing, with massive walls protecting it from intruders.
- The children's laughter echoed along the playground wall, painting a vibrant scene of joy.
- The concert hall's soaring walls were adorned with intricate frescoes, creating an atmosphere of grandeur.
- The graffiti-covered wall became a canvas for urban artists, expressing their creativity and defiance.
- The stone wall of the ancient temple preserved centuries of history and wisdom.
- The ivy-clad wall enveloped the abandoned house, adding to its mysterious and forlorn charm.
- The soundproofing walls of the recording studio isolated the room from outside noise, ensuring pristine audio quality.
- The garden wall created a secluded retreat, where birds sang and flowers bloomed in tranquility.
- The wall of the canyon stretched majestically into the distance, a natural wonder of sheer scale and rugged beauty.
- The firewall on the computer protected the system from cyber threats, acting as a virtual barrier to malicious attacks.
FAQs About the word wall
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure, anything that
fence, barricade, barrier, hedge, chain, block,obstacle, constraint, hindrance, handicap
doorway, gate, entry, doorway, portal, portal, entry,door, entrance, door
The old castle stood tall and imposing, with massive walls protecting it from intruders.
The children's laughter echoed along the playground wall, painting a vibrant scene of joy.
The concert hall's soaring walls were adorned with intricate frescoes, creating an atmosphere of grandeur.
The graffiti-covered wall became a canvas for urban artists, expressing their creativity and defiance.
