Corridor — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Corridor
Corridor (noun)
- a passageway (as in a hotel or office building) into which compartments or rooms open
- a place or position in which especially political power is wielded through discussion and deal-making
- a usually narrow passageway or route
Corridor (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a broad geographical area
"the urban corridor along the state's eastern coast is considerably more liberal than the rural areas to the west"
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a typically long narrow way connecting parts of a building
"the long, sterile corridors give the government building a forbidding air"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Corridor
The most common words with a similar meaning to Corridor:
Origin & Etymology of Corridor
earlier "covered passageway, path surrounding fortifications," borrowed from French, borrowed from regional Italian (by-form of Tuscan corridoio), from correre "to run" (going back to Latin currere) + -idore, going back to Latin -i-tōrium (from -i- -i- + -tōrium, suffix of place, from neuter of -tōrius, adjective derivative of -tōr-, -tor, agent suffix) current:1
First known use: 1777
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Corridor
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 6
- Topics: Home & Daily Life
Frequently Asked Questions about Corridor
What does "Corridor" mean?
"Corridor" means a passageway (as in a hotel or office building) into which compartments or rooms open. As a noun, it is defined as: a passageway (as in a hotel or office building) into which compartments or rooms open. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Corridor"?
Other words for "Corridor" include belt, land, neck, part(s), region, tract, zone and concourse. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Corridor" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Corridor"?
There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Corridor". Common alternatives include belt, land, neck, part(s), region, tract, zone, concourse, gallery and hall.
How do you use "Corridor" in a sentence?
Examples of "Corridor" in a sentence: "the urban corridor along the state's eastern coast is considerably more liberal than the rural areas to the west"; "the long, sterile corridors give the government building a forbidding air".
Is "Corridor" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Corridor" is a noun.
Is "Corridor" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Corridor" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.
How do you pronounce "Corridor"?
"Corridor" is pronounced /ˈkȯr-ə-dər/ and divided into syllables as cor·ri·dor.
What is the origin of the word "Corridor"?
"Corridor" comes from earlier "covered passageway, path surrounding fortifications," borrowed from French, borrowed from regional Italian (by-form of Tuscan corridoio), from correre "to run" (going back to Latin currere) + -idore, going back to Latin -i-tōrium (from -i- -i- + -tōrium, suffix of place, from neuter of -tōrius, adjective derivative of -tōr-, -tor, agent suffix) current:1. First known use: 1777.