fall

Definition

• n. the season when the leaves fall from the trees
• n. the lapse of mankind into sinfulness because of the sin of Adam and Eve
• n. a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity
• n. a sudden decline in strength or number or importance

Word forms

Past tense

fell

Past participle

fallen

Present participle

falling

Third person singular

falls

Example sentences

1. n.

   The fall of the leaves marks the beginning of autumn.

2. vi.

   He will fall if he doesn't watch his step on the icy sidewalk.

3. a.

   The fall colors are beautiful this year.