wall in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To enclose by surrounding with walls.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
They had walled in the garden.
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).
Common questions
What does “wall in” mean?
To enclose by surrounding with walls.
Is “wall in” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.