village hall
The term "village hall" can refer to different types of buildings depending on the region, serving either community or governmental functions.
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Definition
B2UK
(general)A public building in a village used for community events and activities.
Example
- The village hall hosts weekly dance classes and social gatherings.
- Local residents gathered at the village hall for the annual charity event.
B2US
(general)A building housing the local government of a village.
Example
- The new policies were discussed at the village hall meeting.
- Elections for the village council were held in the village hall.
B2US
(figurative)The local government of a village.
Example
- The village hall decided to implement new safety regulations.
- Funding for the project was approved by the village hall.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "village hall":
town hallcity hallgreat hallfire hallcivic centremodel villageaudience hallmusic hall