mall
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/mɔl/
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/mɔːl/
shopping center
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mall' originates from the Italian word 'pallamaglio', where 'palla' meant 'ball' and 'maglio' meant 'mallet'.
Historical Evolution
'pallamaglio' transformed into the French word 'mail', and eventually became the modern English word 'mall' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a game played with a ball and mallet, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a shopping center.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large building or series of connected buildings containing a variety of retail stores and often restaurants and other businesses.
We spent the afternoon shopping at the mall.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45