Hole ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Hole ( noun )

1. An opening in a surface, typically one that is round or oval.
2. A hollow or indentation in a surface.
3. An excavation in the ground.
4. A position or situation from which it is difficult to escape.

Origin:

Old english hol, of germanic origin; related to dutch hol and german hohl, also to hollow.

Examples:

1. He dug a hole in the ground and buried the bones.
2. I found a small hole in my sweater.
3. The hole in the wall was caused by a bullet.
4. The hole in the ozone layer is getting bigger.
5. The company found itself in a financial hole and had to declare bankruptcy.

(As a verb)

Hole ( verb )

1. An opening in a surface, typically one that is round or oval.
2. A hollow or indentation in a surface.
3. An excavation in the ground.
4. A position or situation from which it is difficult to escape.

Origin:

Old english hol, of germanic origin; related to dutch hol and german hohl, also to hollow.

Examples:

1. He dug a hole in the ground and buried the bones.
2. I found a small hole in my sweater.
3. The hole in the wall was caused by a bullet.
4. The hole in the ozone layer is getting bigger.
5. The company found itself in a financial hole and had to declare bankruptcy.