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Corridor

UK /["/ˈkɒrɪdɔː(r)/"]/US /["/ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/"]/

Definition

a long narrow passage in a building, with doors that open into rooms on either side

In simple words: A long, narrow passage in a building.

Examples

  • The office building has a long corridor lined with desks on both sides.
  • We walked down the corridor to reach the conference room.
  • The hotel corridor was brightly lit and smelled of fresh flowers.
  • Birds often migrate through the corridor formed by the mountain ranges.
  • A trade corridor linking several countries was established to boost the economy.

Usage notes

Used primarily in architectural contexts, 'corridor' is suitable in both spoken and written English. Avoid using in very casual settings where simpler terms like 'hallway' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'cord' that connects different rooms together.

Collocations

  • endless
  • long
  • short
  • line
  • walk
  • wander
  • lead from something
  • lead off from something
  • lead to something
  • wall
  • along a/​the corridor
  • down a/​the corridor
  • in a/​the corridor
  • the corridors of power
  • a labyrinth of corridors
  • a maze of corridors
  • endless
  • long
  • short
  • line
  • walk
  • wander
  • lead from something
  • lead off from something
  • lead to something
  • wall
  • along a/​the corridor
  • down a/​the corridor
  • in a/​the corridor
  • the corridors of power
  • a labyrinth of corridors
  • a maze of corridors

Synonyms

  • hallway
  • passage
  • hall
  • aisle

Antonyms

  • room
  • chamber
  • hall

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'corrida', which refers to a bullfight in Spanish.
  • Using 'corredor' which is incorrect in English.
  • Mixing up with 'corridor' as a verb, when it is only a noun.