filler
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
a substance used to fill cracks or holes in a surface, like a wall or wood.
a semisolid substance applied to fill gaps, cracks, or pores in a structural surface before painting or finishing.
Simple“He used some white filler to hide the small holes left by the picture hooks.”
In context“Before applying the final coat of gloss, ensure that all imperfections in the woodwork are addressed with a high-quality wood filler.”
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
a sound or word like 'um' or 'ah' that you use while thinking of what to say next.
a sound, word, or phrase used in spoken discourse to signal a pause or hesitation without giving up the speaker's turn.
Simple“Try to avoid using too many fillers like 'you know' during your presentation.”
In context“The speaker's excessive use of vocal fillers made it difficult for the audience to follow the logical progression of his argument.”
Synonymsfilled pausehesitation marker - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
extra material in a TV show, book, or album that is only there to make it longer.
content of lower quality or importance used to occupy a specific time slot or physical space in a media production.
Simple“The first three songs are great, but the rest of the album is just filler.”
In context“Critics argued that the mid-season episodes were merely filler designed to stretch the narrative arc to a full twelve-episode order.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
a substance injected under the skin to make it look smoother or younger.
a dermal substance injected beneath the skin to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, or enhance facial contours.
Simple“She decided to get lip fillers to give her face a different look.”
In context“The clinician explained the risks associated with synthetic fillers compared to those made from hyaluronic acid.”
Synonymsdermal fillerinjectable - 05 C1 Advanced
a cheap substance added to a product to make it heavier or thicker.
a relatively inert ingredient added to a mixture to modify its physical properties or reduce the cost by increasing volume.
Simple“Some cheap pet foods use cereal as a filler instead of real meat.”
In context“The manufacturer added calcium carbonate as a filler to the plastic resin to improve rigidity while reducing production costs.”
Synonymsbulking agentextender
Usage fillers despite the risks