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Hallway Meaning, Examples & Usage Guide (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：corridor (Hallway)
Hallway
/ˈhɔːlˌweɪ/
n.
A narrow passage inside a building that connects different rooms.
corridor
➕
/ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/
n.
A narrow passage inside a building that connects different rooms, often with doors leading off it.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Hall + way: a narrow passage connecting rooms in a building.
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine a 'hall' full of doors and a 'way' to walk through - that's a hallway.
📖 Example
I left my bag in the hallway so I wouldn't forget it when I leave.
I left my bag in the hallway so I wouldn't forget it when I leave.
🔗 Collocations
long hallway – a hallway that extends a considerable distance
narrow hallway – a hallway that is small in width
hallway light – a light fixture installed in a hallway
🔄 Synonyms
corridor (n.) – A long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms.
passageway (n.) – A way that allows passage, especially a corridor.
hall (n.) – A corridor or passage in a building.
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
hallways (n.) – plural of hallway; multiple corridors.
📖 Cultural Story
Originating from Middle English 'halle' (large room) and 'wey' (path), the term 'hallway' reflects the functional pathway between rooms in medieval manor houses.
Meaning 2：shared corridor (Hallway)
Hallway
/ˈhɔːlˌweɪ/
n.
The shared corridor area in an apartment building, office, or hotel that leads to individual rooms.
shared corridor
➕
/ʃɛrd ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/
n.
The common passage area in an apartment building, office, or hotel that leads to individual rooms and is used by multiple residents or visitors.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
I met my new neighbor in the apartment building hallway.
I met my new neighbor in the apartment building hallway.
🔗 Collocations
apartment hallway – the corridor that connects apartments in a building
hotel hallway – the corridor in a hotel where guest rooms are located
hallway noise – sound that travels through the shared corridor
🔄 Synonyms
common corridor (n.) – A shared passage in a multi-unit building.
landing (n.) – The level area at the top of a staircase or between flights, often connecting to hallways.
gallery (n.) – A long, narrow room or passage, often used for display or walking.
🚫 Antonyms
private room (n.) – An individual room meant for personal use, not shared.
stairwell (n.) – A vertical shaft containing stairs, not a horizontal corridor.
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