Hollowed-out

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑɫoʊd- ˈaʊt/

Hollowed-out (adj)

  1. Having the inside space made empty by removing material, so the inside is not solid.
  2. Made weaker or less effective because something important has been taken away.
  3. Having a sunken, empty-looking shape, often around the eyes or cheeks.

Hollowed-out (adjective)

Examples

  • The box was hollowed-out, so it felt very light.
  • The tree trunk was hollowed-out by insects over time.