filling
filling Lexical Profile
filling Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A small quantity of metal, composite resin, or porcelain inserted into a prepared cavity in a tooth to restore its structure and function.
"The dentist replaced my old silver amalgam filling with a tooth-colored composite resin."
An edible mixture of ingredients placed inside a pastry, pie crust, sandwich, cake, or other food item.
"She prepared a rich spiced apple filling for the holiday turnovers."
Any material, such as feathers, foam, or batting, used to pack or stuff the interior of a cushion, quilt, or hollow object.
"The winter duvet has a hypoallergenic microfiber filling that mimics natural down."
The action or process of making something full or occupying a vacant space or position.
"The filling of the reservoir took several months following the completion of the dam."
• adjective
Substantial and satisfying enough to relieve hunger completely (of food or a meal).
"A warm bowl of oatmeal with nuts and fruit makes a very filling breakfast on cold mornings."
• Rhymes for filling
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Old English 'fylling', a verbal noun from 'fyllan' (to fill), meaning the action of making something full or the material used to do so.