Wall

/wɔːl/

Definition & Meaning of "wall"

Wall

NOUN

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

Example

He noticed a spider crawling up the wall.

He placed a bookshelf against the wall to store his books.

1.1

a layer or membrane that encloses or separates structures within an organism, providing protection and support

Example

The stomach wall contains multiple layers that aid in digestion.

The cell wall provides structural support to the plant cell.

1.2

either of the sides of a room, house, or other building, which connects the floor to the ceiling

Example

She hung a beautiful painting on the living room wall.

The contractor suggested repainting the walls to brighten up the space.

a metaphorical barrier representing a difficult or awkward situation that impedes progress or resolution

Example

She felt like she hit a wall in her career, unable to progress any further.

The negotiations reached a wall, with neither side willing to compromise.

anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect

an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes

a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden)

a layer of material that encloses space

a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain)

a person who is staying on the sidelines or not actively participating in the social atmosphere of a party

Example

She felt like a wall at the party, just sitting there while everyone else was mingling.

Do n’t just be a wall, come join us on the dance floor!

to wall

VERB

to surround an area with a protective barrier or structure

Transitive: to wall an area

Example

The garden was walled to protect it from strong winds.

The ancient city was walled for defense against invaders.

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