Word: Malls
1. Parts of Speech:
Noun
2. Definitions:
- A large enclosed shopping area containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants.
- A public walk or promenade.
3. Pronunciations (US, UK):
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "malls" originated from the Latin word "malleus" meaning "hammer". It was first used in the 18th century to describe a public walk or promenade. In the 20th century, the word was used to describe a large enclosed shopping area containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants. Malls have become a popular destination for shopping, entertainment, and socializing.
5. Synonyms:
- Shopping center
- Retail park
- Plaza
- Marketplace
- Arcade
6. Related Words:
- Shops
- Stores
- Bazar
- Market
- Bouti
7. Example Sentences:
- The mall was crowded with shoppers looking for the latest fashion trends.
- She liked to take a walk in the mall to get some exercise.
- He found everything he needed at the mall, from clothes to electronics.