bowling alley

[boh-ling al-ee]

noun

1. a building or enclosed area containing a number of lanes or alleys for the game of bowling.

2. any of these long, narrow wooden lanes or alleys.

bowling alley

noun

1. 1. a long narrow wooden lane down which the ball is rolled in tenpin bowling

   2. a similar lane or alley, usually with raised sides, for playing skittles (ninepins)

2. a building having several lanes for tenpin bowling

Word History and Origins

Origin of bowling alley¹

First recorded in 1545–55

Example Sentences

Today, it continues to serve as Murphy’s main residence, offering an array of extravagant amenities, including a full-size indoor bowling alley, a private movie theater, a sport court, and a glittering swimming pool.

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The incident, beside a bowling alley and near Mount Vernon High School’s football stadium, took less than half an hour.

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He took Mary Jean, his four-year-old granddaughter, to Camp David’s two-lane bowling alley.

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Baller amenities are said to include a bowling alley, recording studio, and barbershop.

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Pop-up clinics were being held in places like bowling alleys and fire stations, Mr Burton told BBC Radio 4's Today programme, adding that the vaccine was "quick, easy and safe".

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