wall

A wall is a vertical structure that defines and encloses a space, commonly made of materials such as brick, stone, or wood. It serves various purposes, including providing security, privacy, and shelter, and it can also function as a barrier to separate different areas.

• The children painted a mural on the wall of their classroom. — 子供たちは教室の壁に壁画を描いた。
• He leaned against the wall while waiting for the bus. — 彼はバスを待っている間、壁に寄りかかっていた。
• The ancient city was protected by high stone walls. — 古代都市は高い石の壁によって守られていた。

To wall means to enclose or surround an area with a barrier, typically a physical structure, in order to protect it or keep it separate from the outside. This can refer to both literal and figurative uses, such as creating boundaries in personal or social contexts.

• They decided to wall off the backyard for privacy. — 彼らはプライバシーのために裏庭を壁で囲むことに決めた。
• After the renovations, we will wall the garage to create a new room. — 改装後、私たちは新しい部屋を作るためにガレージを壁で囲むつもりです。
• He felt as if the world was walling him in, limiting his freedom. — 彼は世界が彼を閉じ込めているように感じ、自由を制限されていると思った。