English Reference
Idiom idiom

on the wall


Describes something that is attached to or hanging from the vertical side of a room, like a picture or a clock.


SIMPLE

“There is a large clock on the wall.”

CONTEXTUAL

“I hung a beautiful painting on the wall to make the living room look better.”

COMPLEX

“The old map was framed and displayed prominently on the wall, serving as a reminder of the family's long history of travel.”

Last updated April 22, 2026