filler

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noun (1)

fill·​er ˈfi-lər How to pronounce filler (audio)
: one that fills: such as
a
: a substance added to a product (as to increase bulk, weight, viscosity, opacity, or strength)
b
: a composition used to fill the pores and grain especially of a wood surface before painting or varnishing
c
: a piece used to cover or fill in a space between two parts of a structure
d
: tobacco used to form the core of a cigar
e
: material used to fill extra space in a column or page of a newspaper or magazine or to increase the size of a work (such as a book)
f
: a pack of paper for a loose-leaf notebook
g
: a sound, word, or phrase (such as "you know?") used to fill pauses in speaking

filler

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noun (2)

fil·​ler ˈfi-ˌler How to pronounce filler (audio)
plural fillers also filler
a monetary subunit of the forint see forint at Money Table

Examples of filler in a Sentence

Noun (1) the vase was packed in Styrofoam filler to protect it during shipping
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Noun
These plants are great for fillers in pots and even in small spots in beds. Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Mar. 2025 The extended broadcast of the Grant Park 165, broken up by nearly two hours of programming filler as the street course shut down during the rain, averaged 3.87 million viewers last year on NBC, according to Nielsen data. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025 Roundels on the doors, a Le Mans filler cap, and 13-inch Weller steel wheels complete the look. Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025 The Sox traded away their star pitcher and failed to add any free agents beyond journeymen and roster fillers. Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for filler

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

fill entry 1 + -er entry 2

Noun (2)

Hungarian fillér

First Known Use

Noun (1)

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1904, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of filler was in the 15th century

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“Filler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/filler. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

filler

noun
fill·​er
ˈfil-ər
: one that fills: as
a
: a substance added to a product (as to increase size or weight)
b
: a pack of paper to put in a binder
c
: a sound, word, or phrase used to fill pauses in speaking

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