mall
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a large building or covered area that has many different shops and restaurants inside it.
n.a large, usually enclosed, commercial complex containing various retail stores, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
Simple“We spent the whole Saturday afternoon at the mall buying new clothes for school.”
In context“The developers transformed the derelict industrial site into a multi-level shopping mall featuring high-end boutiques and a cinema complex.”
Teacher's tipWhile 'mall' is the standard term in American English, British English speakers usually prefer 'shopping centre'.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a wide path or street for people to walk on, where cars are not allowed.
n.a public walk or promenade, often shaded by trees, or a pedestrianised street in a city centre.
Simple“The city turned the main street into a pedestrian mall with benches and trees.”
In context“The historic district features a wide, tree-lined mall that serves as a gathering place for tourists and local street performers.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
v.to spend time shopping or hanging out at a shopping mall.
v.to frequent or shop at a shopping mall; often carries a connotation of leisure or socialising rather than purposeful shopping.
Simple“The teenagers like to mall on Friday nights after their homework is done.”
In context“The study observed how suburban youth tend to mall as a primary form of social engagement during the winter months.”
Teacher's tipThis verbal use is quite informal and is mostly used when talking about youth culture or social habits.