Definition of "hollow"
Kid-friendly meaning of hollow, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "hollow" mean?
hollow (adjective) — empty on the inside.
Example sentences using "hollow"
Grade K–2
The log was hollow.
Grade 3–5
She found a hollow tree where she could hide her secret little notebook each day.
Grade 6–8
A compliment given just to be polite usually lands as a kind of hollow sound — even the person being praised can tell that something is missing.
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