filling
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.the food that is put inside a sandwich, pie, or cake.
n.the edible substance used to occupy the interior of a pastry, sandwich, or confection.
Simple“The sandwich had a delicious filling of roasted chicken and fresh salad.”
In context“The chef experimented with a savory mushroom filling for the tart, balancing the earthy flavors with a hint of fresh thyme.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.the material a dentist puts into a hole in your tooth to fix it.
n.a quantity of material, such as amalgam or composite resin, used to occupy a cavity in a tooth.
Simple“I have to go to the dentist tomorrow because one of my fillings fell out.”
In context“Modern dental practices often favor tooth-colored composite fillings over traditional silver amalgam for aesthetic reasons.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
adj.food that makes you feel full and satisfied quickly.
adj.describing food that provides a high degree of satiety, often due to its density or fiber content.
Simple“A bowl of hot oatmeal is a very filling breakfast on a cold morning.”
In context“The stew was remarkably filling, containing a dense mixture of root vegetables and lentils that satisfied the hikers after their long journey.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.any material used to fill a space or a hole.
n.any substance or material employed to occupy a void or cavity in a structural or industrial context.
Simple“The workers used a soft filling to pack the boxes so the glass wouldn't break.”
In context“The restoration team used a specialized lime-based filling to repair the cracks in the historic masonry without damaging the original stone.”