Definition of "tall" in İngilizce

adjective

1. (of a person) Having a vertical extent greater than the average. For example, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be considered to be tall.

   • Being tall is an advantage in basketball.

2. (of a building, etc.) Having its top a long way up; having a great vertical (and often greater than horizontal) extent.

   • Tall trees, at least about 30m high.

3. (of a story) Hard to believe, such as a tall story or a tall tale.

4. (chiefly US, of a cup of coffee) Smaller than grande, usually 8 ounces (~ 230 ml).

5. (obsolete) Obsequious; obedient.

6. (obsolete) Seemly; suitable; fitting, becoming, comely; attractive, handsome.

7. (obsolete) Bold; brave; courageous; valiant.

8. (archaic) Fine; proper; admirable; great; excellent.

noun

1. (possibly nonstandard) Someone or something that is tall.

2. A clothing size for taller people.

   • Do you have this in a tall?

3. A tall serving of a drink, especially one from Starbucks, which contains 12 ounces.