Meaning & Definition of word "Felt"

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    Felt

    /fɛlt/

    noun:

    • 1. A material made from compressed fibers, often used for crafts and textiles.
      • Example: She used a piece of felt to create a beautiful patch for her jacket.
    • 2. A feeling or perception.
      • Example: The felt of loss lingered in the air long after the farewell.

    verb:

    • 1. Simple past tense and past participle of 'feel'.
      • Example: She felt a wave of relief wash over her after receiving the good news.
    • 2. Experience an emotion or sensation.
      • Example: He felt sadness when he heard about his friend's departure.
    • 3. Become aware of something through touch.
      • Example: As he walked in the dark, he felt the rough surface of the wall.

    Etymology

    Old English 'fellan', meaning 'to fall'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    felt-tip:

    A type of pen with a felt nib, commonly used for writing or drawing.

    felt it in my bones:

    To have a strong intuition or feeling about something.

    Related Words

    feeling:

    An emotional state or reaction.

    fleece:

    A type of wool fabric, often soft and warm.

    sensation:

    A physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body.

    Slang Meanings of felt

    Meaning: To empathize with someone's situation.

    Example Sentence: I totally felt you on that one.

    Meaning: To experience something strongly.

    Example Sentence: That concert was amazing; I really felt it!