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 noun phrase

Examples of Hall of Fame in a Sentence

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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 See All Example Sentences for Hall of Fame

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1853, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Hall of Fame was circa 1853

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“Hall of Fame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Hall%20of%20Fame. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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