Filler

/ˈfɪlər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A substance used to fill a space or improve the texture of a product.

We used a filler to smooth the surface before painting.

A word or phrase that is inserted into speech or writing to fill pauses or gaps.

He often uses 'uh' and 'like' as fillers in his conversations.

An item or material that is added to a product to decrease its cost or improve its bulk without adding significant value.

Many cheap candies contain fillers that reduce the price but also the quality.

verb

To fill a space or gap.

The dentist will filler the cavity in your tooth.

Late 19th century from the verb fill + -er.

filler content

Content that is not particularly valuable but added to fill space.

filler words

Words used to fill gaps in speech without adding meaning, such as 'like' or 'you know.'

fill

To make full; to occupy completely.

filling

Food or substance placed inside another, often used in pastries.

Something amusing but not very substantial.

The movie was pure filler, just fun to watch without much depth.

A temporary substitute or an extra addition.

He was just filler until they could find someone better.