alley (EN)

noun

noun “alley”

1. a narrow path between, behind or through buildings
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   The alley behind the bakery is a shortcut to the main street.
2. a path in a garden or park lined with trees or shrubs
   They strolled down the rose-covered alley, enjoying the fragrant blooms on either side.
3. the space in a baseball field between the outfield players
   The center fielder sprinted to catch the ball in the alley before it could hit the ground.
4. a place where people go to play the game of bowling
   We're going to the new bowling alley downtown for my birthday party.
5. the narrow lane in a bowling place where the ball is rolled toward the pins
   She carefully aimed and rolled the ball down the alley, hoping for a strike.
6. the additional space on a tennis court used when playing doubles
   When playing doubles in tennis, the ball is considered in if it lands in the alley.