Fill

usgb/fɪl/
verb

To put something into a container, area, etc. until it is full.

She filled the glass with water.
Visual representation of "fill" - To put something into a container, area, etc. until it is full.

Often appears as...

  • fill the glass
  • fill the bag
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Visual representation of "fill"
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Measurement Implied

Using 'fill' suggests an amount that exactly fits within a container or space.

Illustration for Measurement Implied
I always fill my coffee cup to the top.
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Completeness

'Fill' conveys a sense of completeness, with no extra room left.

Illustration for Completeness
She filled her plate with vegetables, with no space for more food.
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Visual Impact

Used to create a mental image of a space being fully used or occupied.

Illustration for Visual Impact
The artist filled the canvas with vibrant colors.
Visual representation of the word "Fill"

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