Hall of Fame

noun phrase

1

: a structure housing memorials to famous or illustrious individuals usually chosen by a group of electors

2

: a group of individuals in a particular category (such as a sport) who have been selected as particularly illustrious

Hall of Famer

-ˈfā-mər 

noun phrase

Examples of Hall of Fame in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Wilkins experienced health complications from the birth and died within a week, per the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum website. —Makena Gera, People.com, 6 July 2025

Devin Fitzgerald — the son of Arizona Cardinals star Larry Fitzgerald, who should be heading to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026 with his first time ballot — announced his commitment on Saturday. —Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2025

Chaney nominated Brewer for the Ranger Hall of Fame and also attended last week’s ceremony. —Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025

Chubby Checker Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd., Uncasville Chubby Checker finally was admitted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year after decades of lobbying for the honor. —Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1853, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for Hall of Fame

• aspartame
• counterclaim
• overcame
• underframe
• username
• acclaim
• aflame
• airframe
• ballgame
• became
• declaim
• defame