fuller Definition
a person who fulls cloth, a process of cleaning and thickening woolen cloth to make it denser and more durable.
Using fuller: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fuller" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The fuller worked hard to clean and thicken the woolen cloth.
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Fullers used to work in water-powered mills.
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The fuller's job was important for the quality of the finished cloth.
fuller Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for fuller
- weaver
- cloth worker
- textile worker
Phrases with fuller
fuller's earth
a type of clay that is used for cleaning and purifying various materials, such as wool, silk, and vegetable oil
Example
Fuller's earth is often used in cosmetics and skincare products.
fuller's soap
a soap made from fuller's earth and used for cleaning and whitening woolen cloth
Example
Fuller's soap was commonly used in the textile industry in the past.
fuller's teasel
a type of plant with prickly leaves and stems that was used by fullers to raise the nap on woolen cloth
Example
Fuller's teasel was an important tool for fullers in the past.
Origins of fuller
from Old English 'fullian', meaning 'to whiten or scour'
Summary: fuller in Brief
A 'fuller' [ˈfʊlər] is a person who fulls cloth, a process of cleaning and thickening woolen cloth to make it denser and more durable. The fuller's job was important for the quality of the finished cloth, and they used to work in water-powered mills. 'Fuller' extends into phrases like 'fuller's earth,' a type of clay used for cleaning and purifying various materials.
