Felt

/fɛlt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A material made from compressed fibers, often used for crafts and textiles.
She used a piece of felt to create a beautiful patch for her jacket.
A feeling or perception.
The felt of loss lingered in the air long after the farewell.
verb
Simple past tense and past participle of 'feel'.
She felt a wave of relief wash over her after receiving the good news.
Experience an emotion or sensation.
He felt sadness when he heard about his friend's departure.
Become aware of something through touch.
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

Slang Meanings

To empathize with someone's situation.
I totally felt you on that one.
To experience something strongly.
That concert was amazing; I really felt it!