Definition

To drop down from a higher position to a lower one, often due to gravity.

Example

The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how leaves fall during autumn?

Yes, it's beautiful when they change color.

I love the sound they make when they fall on the ground.

Me too! It really makes me feel cozy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The season when leaves drop from trees, typically known as autumn, or the act of something dropping down.

Example

In fall, the trees change color and the leaves begin to fall.

Conversation

I love how the trees look during fall.

Yeah, the colors are so beautiful this time of year.

It's my favorite season, especially for hiking.

Definition

To cause something to drop or come down from a higher position.

Example

He decided to fall the tree in his backyard to make space for a garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the wind made the leaves fall yesterday?

Yeah, it looked beautiful as they floated down.

I love when the trees fall into such vibrant colors.

Root Explanation

The word 'fall' originates from Old English 'feallan', meaning to fall or to die. It is related to the Proto-Germanic '*fallan', which also means to fall. The word describes the action of descending or dropping down.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'feallan' which means to drop down — that's why 'fall' means to descend.

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