Definition of "empty"

Kid-friendly meaning of empty, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "empty" mean?

empty (adjective) — having nothing inside.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables2 (emp·ty)

Example sentences using "empty"

Grade K–2
The cup is empty.
Grade 3–5
The whole bus was empty by the time we reached the last stop.
Grade 6–8
Walking through an empty school after hours feels strangely different from walking through the very same hallways during the day.

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