aisle
US /aɪl/
Definition
a passage between rows of seats in a plane, train, or rows of shelves in a store
Frequent in travel requests ('aisle seat') and supermarket directions.
Examples
Fresh vegetables are located in the third aisle of the store.
Synonyms
- passagewaya corridor or hall in a building or vehicle
- gangwaya raised platform or walkway providing passage
- corridora passage in a building or conveyance connecting separate areas
Collocations
- Easy aisle seat on the planea passenger seat situated next to the central walkway
- Medium walk down the supermarket aisleto stroll along a passage between grocery store shelves
- Hard keep the aisle clear for safetyto ensure walking corridors remain free of obstructions
- Very Hard reach across the political aisleto collaborate cooperatively with opposing legislative parties
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.