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filler

noun

ˈfi-lər

Definition of filler

as in filling

soft material that is used to fill the hollow parts of something the vase was packed in Styrofoam filler to protect it during shipping

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Recent Examples of filler Common additives and fillers in saffron capsule supplements include rice powder, silica, stearic acid and acacia gum. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 United Russia, the country’s nominal ruling party, was never built to designate an heir; rather, it was meant to ensure that elections produced reliably pro-regime seat-fillers in institutions such as parliament. — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026 The condition can be treated with fillers or fat transfer procedures, though experts warn that the temples are a high-risk area for cosmetic injections because of the nearby blood vessels. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026 Well, the growing season in the South is a long one, and even the best thrillers get tired, the spillers get leggy, and the fillers sometimes disappear. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for filler

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Spread half of the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
Add up to 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture to brighten the flavor of the filling.

— Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of filling

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Its high back design and leather padding ensure good quality while also looking sleek and stylish.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
This one from Carve Designs is built with high support padding to complement any water sport, plus UPF 50+ sun protection to combat scorching rays.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of padding

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