Meaning of the word stalls in English
What does stalls mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stalls
US /stɔːlz/
UK /stɔːlz/
Noun
1.
a small enclosed area where an animal is kept
Example:
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The horses were led into their stalls for the night.
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Each cow has its own feeding stall.
2.
a small shop or stand, typically an open-fronted one, in a market or at a fair
Example:
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They set up their fruit stall at the local market.
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The Christmas market was full of festive stalls selling crafts and food.
3.
a section of seats in a theater or concert hall, usually on the ground floor nearest the stage
Example:
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We had excellent seats in the front stalls for the opera.
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The theater's stalls offer a clear view of the stage.
Verb
to stop or cause to stop making progress
Example:
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The car stalled in the middle of the intersection.
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He tried to stall for time by asking irrelevant questions.