alley

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈæ.li/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

A narrow street or passageway, especially one through the middle of a block giving access to the rear of lots or buildings.

Synonyms
alleyway
Example Sentences
  • The parking lot to my friend's apartment building is in the alley.
2 Definition

The area between the outfielders.

Synonyms
gap
Example Sentences
  • He hit one deep into the alley.
3 Definition

An establishment where bowling is played.

Synonyms
bowling alley
4 Definition

An elongated wooden strip of floor along which a bowling ball is rolled.

Synonyms
lane
5 Definition

The extra area between the sidelines or tramlines on a tennis court that is used for doubles matches.

6 Definition

A walk or passage in a garden or park, bordered by rows of trees or bushes.

7 Definition

A passageway between rows of pews in a church.

8 Definition

(perspective drawing) Any passage having the entrance represented as wider than the exit, so as to give the appearance of length.

9 Definition

The space between two rows of compositors' stands in a printing office.