Full Definition

full
adverb
  1. to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form); "fully grown"; "he didn't fully understand"; "knew full well"; "full-grown"; "full-fledged"
adjective
  1. containing as much or as many as is possible or normal; "a full glass"; "a sky full of stars"; "a full life"; "the auditorium was full to overflowing"
  2. constituting the full quantity or extent; complete; "an entire town devastated by an earthquake"; "gave full attention"; "a total failure"
  3. complete in extent or degree and in every particular; "a full game"; "a total eclipse"; "a total disaster"
  4. filled to satisfaction with food or drink; "a full stomach"
  5. (of sound) having marked deepness and body; "full tones"; "a full voice"
  6. having the normally expected amount; "gives full measure"; "gives good measure"; "a good mile from here"
  7. being at a peak or culminating point; "broad daylight"; "full summer"
  8. having ample fabric; "the current taste for wide trousers"; "a full skirt"
noun
  1. the time when the Moon is fully illuminated; "the moon is at the full"
verb
  1. beat for the purpose of cleaning and thickening; "full the cloth"
  2. make (a garment) fuller by pleating or gathering
  3. increase in phase; "the moon is waxing"

"Full" in song lyrics

See how full is used in real songs:

  • "Qui visent le full"
    113 — Au Summum
  • "arrest in domes of ignorannce full"
    3rd Bass — Green Eggs and Swine
  • "Balling is a habit over here, at Paid In Full"
    50/50 Twin f/ Paul Wall, Chamillionaire — Ballin' is a Habit

Usage tips for "full"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "full" 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 full to find words that pair well.

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