salle
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈseɪɫ// salle
n. a large room or hall used for a specific purpose, like fencing or dancing. It is a word borrowed from French that you mostly hear in sports or formal settings.
n. a large hall or room, specifically one designated for fencing or other indoor sports. Borrowed from French; typically restricted to specialized athletic or historical contexts.
The fencers met at the salle for their weekly practice.
The university built a modern salle to accommodate the growing number of students interested in competitive fencing.
The historic salle was lined with mirrors and wooden floors, preserving an atmosphere of traditional discipline that modern gymnasiums often lack.
Usage
Often appears in the compound 'salle d'armes' to refer specifically to a fencing hall.