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Definition of hallway

hallway

/ˈhɔːlweɪ/
hall · way
Plural:hallways
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• noun

1

An interior passage or corridor in a building onto which rooms open.

Example

"She walked down the long, dimly lit hallway to reach the principal's office."

2

North American An entrance room or vestibule just inside the front door of a house or building.

Example

"They left their wet umbrellas and muddy boots in the hallway before entering the living room."

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• Rhymes for hallway

• Nearby Words

halimium
hall
halloumi
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halo
haloku
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Word Origin & Etymology

Originated in the late 17th century as a compound of 'hall' and 'way', originally referring to a passage through a building.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hallway. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hallway
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