Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hollow

adjective
/ˈhɒl.oʊ/
Definition
Having a space or cavity inside; not solid.
Examples
  • The tree was hollow, providing a perfect home for the birds.
  • He gave a hollow laugh that echoed through the empty room.
  • The box looked full, but it was actually hollow inside.
Meaning
Something that is hollow is empty inside, and it can refer to objects, spaces, or sounds that are not filled or have an echoing quality.
Synonyms
  • Empty
  • Void
  • Unfilled
  • Vacant
  • Cavernous