Definition of Whitehall
: the British government
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Origin and Etymology of whitehall
Whitehall, thoroughfare of London in which are located the chief offices of British government
First Known Use: 1827
WHITEHALL Defined for English Language Learners
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\ˈhwīt-ˌhȯl, ˈwīt-\
Definition of Whitehall for English Language Learners
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: a wide street in London where there are many government buildings
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