adjective Having a top that is far up (contrast: deep ('having a bottom that is far down' ).) Having great vertical extent (usually reckoned from the bottom of the feet to the very top of the head) when standing. (For instance, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be deemed tall.)
Being tall is an advantage in basketball.
adjective Having great vertical extent (usually reckoned from the bottom of the feet to the very top of the head) when standing. (For instance, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be deemed tall.)
Being tall is an advantage in basketball.
adjective Having its top a long way up; having a great vertical (and often greater than horizontal) extent.
Tall trees, at least about 30m high.
adjective Smaller than grande, usually 8 ounces (~ 230 ml).
adjective Hard to believe, such as a tall story or a tall tale.
adjective Old senses that arose before the height-related senses Obsequious; obedient. Seemly; suitable; fitting, becoming, comely; attractive, handsome. Bold; brave; courageous; valiant. Fine; proper; admirable; great; excellent.