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Meaning of alley

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

alley

Pronunciation:/ˈæ.li/

noun

Definitions

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

    Example: The parking lot to my friend's apartment building is in the alley.

    Synonyms:alleyway
  2. The area between the outfielders.

    Example: He hit one deep into the alley.

    Synonyms:gap
  3. An establishment where bowling is played.

    Synonyms:bowling alley
  4. An elongated wooden strip of floor along which a bowling ball is rolled.

    Synonyms:lane