Foil Definition & Meaning
foil
- noun
- a piece of thin and flexible sheet metal; "the photographic film was wrapped in foil"
- anything that serves by contrast to call attention to another thing's good qualities; "pretty girls like plain friends as foils"
- a device consisting of a flat or curved piece (as a metal plate) so that its surface reacts to the water it is passing through; "the fins of a fish act as hydrofoils"
- picture consisting of a positive photograph or drawing on a transparent base; viewed with a projector
- a light slender flexible sword tipped by a button
- verb
- enhance by contrast; "In this picture, the figures are foiled against the background"
- hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent"
- cover or back with foil; "foil mirrors"
"Foil" in song lyrics
See how foil is used in real songs:
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"Pass me that foil"
Anotha Level — What's That Cha Say -
"Remember then, Twista when you wasn't aluminum foil"
Bizzy Bone — Schizophrenic -
"You be sipping on that oil, you dip off in that foil"
Bone Crusher f/ Bun B, La Chat, Lil' Flip — Grippin' the Grain (Remix)
Words that rhyme with foil
Usage tips for "foil"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "foil" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for foil to find words that pair well.
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