Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hally

noun
/ˈhæli/
Definition
A type of linguistic term that refers to a very specific, often contextual meaning of words or phrases used in a particular dialect or area.
Examples
  • We had a lovely hally in the backyard last weekend.
  • The community organized a hally to celebrate the festival.
  • During the hally, everyone shared their favorite stories.
Meaning
In some regions, ‘hally’ may refer informally to a gathering or a social event, often with food and drinks.
Synonyms
  • gathering
  • party
  • celebration