corridor

[ˈkɒrɪdɔː(r)]

corridor Definition

a long passage in a building, with doors and rooms on one or both sides.

Using corridor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "corridor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The hotel room was at the end of the corridor.

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    The school has a long corridor with classrooms on either side.

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    The hospital's corridors were busy with doctors and nurses rushing around.

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    The museum's art collection is displayed along a series of corridors.

corridor Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with corridor

  • a group of influential people who control a particular activity or area of business

    Example

    The company's CEO is part of the corridor of power in the tech industry.

  • a train that travels a long distance, stopping at several stations along a particular route

    Example

    The corridor train from New York to Boston is a popular mode of transportation.

  • a person who spends a lot of time in the office corridor, often engaging in gossip or networking

    Example

    He's known as a corridor warrior, always chatting with colleagues in the hallway.

Origins of corridor

from Latin 'currere', meaning 'to run'

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Summary: corridor in Brief

A 'corridor' [ˈkɒrɪdɔː(r)] is a long passage in a building with rooms and doors on one or both sides. It is commonly found in schools, hospitals, hotels, and museums. The phrase 'corridor of power' refers to a group of influential people who control a particular activity or area of business. Other phrases include 'corridor train,' which is a long-distance train that stops at several stations, and 'corridor warrior,' which describes someone who spends a lot of time in the office corridor.

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