Corridor/ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Space Refers to the physical dimensions or feeling of walking through the space. The narrow corridor seemed to stretch on forever. Pro Tip 2/3Indoor Setting Used for passageways inside buildings such as schools, offices, or hospitals. I met the doctor in the hospital corridor. Pro Tip 3/3Visual Imagery Can evoke an image of a space that may be mysterious, busy, or institutional. A shadowy figure appeared at the end of the corridor.