Meaning of the word full in English

What does full mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

full

US /fʊl/

UK /fʊl/

containing or holding as much as possible; having no empty space

Example:

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The basket is full of apples.

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The theater was full for the premiere.

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filled packed crammed brimming loaded

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empty vacant

complete; maximum

Example:

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He gave a full explanation of the incident.

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The concert was a full success.

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complete entire whole total absolute

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partial incomplete

having eaten to one's capacity or satisfaction

Example:

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I'm so full, I can't eat another bite.

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After the big meal, everyone felt pleasantly full.

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satiated satisfied stuffed gorged

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hungry empty

directly; straight

Example:

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He hit the ball full in the face.

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The car stopped full in front of the house.

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directly straight squarely right precisely

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indirectly partially

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