hole

Definition

Examples

There is a hole in the road that must be repaired soon.

Word Family

Synonyms

• openingan open or empty space in or between things
• gapa conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures
• cavitya sizeable hole (usually in the ground)

Collocations

• Easy dig a hole
  to dig a hole, meaning to turn up, loosen, or remove earth
• Medium loophole in the contract
  describing loophole in the contract (an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation)
• Hard financial black hole draining capital
  describing financial black hole draining capital (involving financial matters)
• Very Hard burn a hole in your pocket
  to burn a hole in your pocket, meaning to destroy by fire