fuller
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/ˈfʊlər/
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/ˈfʊlə/
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'fuller' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'fullere', where 'full-' meant 'to fill or make full'.
Historical Evolution
'fullere' transformed into the Middle English word 'fuller', and eventually became the modern English word 'fuller'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who fulls cloth', but over time it evolved to also serve as a comparative form of 'full'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who fulls cloth, a process of cleaning and thickening woolen cloth.
The fuller worked diligently to prepare the cloth for the market.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/15 17:34