fall

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To be moved downwards. — To move to a lower position under the effect of gravity.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Thrown from a cliff, the stone fell 100 feet before hitting the ground.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To be moved downwards. — To come down, to drop or descend.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To be moved downwards. — To come as if by dropping down.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “fall” mean?

To be moved downwards. — To move to a lower position under the effect of gravity.

Is “fall” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.