fɪl aʊt
neutral
beginner
- Base verb:
- fill
- Particle:
- out
- Separable:
- Yes
What does "fill out" mean?
- To complete a form or document
- To become fuller or rounder in shape
- To add details to make something more complete
Examples
- You need to fill out an application form.
- She filled out after having the baby.
- The author filled out the story with more background details.
- Please fill out this questionnaire completely.
- He's really filled out since I last saw him.
How to use it
American English prefers 'fill out' for forms, while British/Canadian may use 'fill in'. 'Fill out' for body shape is neutral, not negative.
Word order
Object can go between: 'fill the form out' or after: 'fill out the form'. For body changes: intransitive.
Similar expressions
complete
expand
gain weight
develop
Opposites
leave blank
slim down
Related phrasal verbs
- fill in
To complete a form by writing information in spaces
- fill up
To make something completely full
- get out
To leave a place, room, or vehicle
- turn out
To have a particular result or end in a certain way
- go out
To leave your home for social activities or entertainment
- give out
To distribute something to multiple people
Use it in a practice answer
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