Fuller: meaning, definitions and examples

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fuller

 

[ หˆfสŠlษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

occupation, textile

A fuller is a person who performs the process of fulling, which involves cleaning and thickening cloth. This process typically includes the shrinking and tightening of woolen fabric, making it denser and more water-resistant. Fullers may also work with various types of textiles and are integral to achieving the desired finish and quality of the material. Historically, fulling was an essential step in fabric production, often taking place in mills equipped with water power.

Synonyms

cloth worker, fabric finisher, textile processor.

Examples of usage

  • The fuller inspected the wool before beginning the fulling process.
  • In the textile factory, the fullers were hard at work.
  • Fullers play a crucial role in textile manufacturing.
Context #2 | Verb

textiles, treatment

To fuller is to subject cloth, especially woolen textile, to the process of fulling. This action involves working the fabric to remove impurities, while also applying moisture, heat, and agitation. The result is a denser material that is softer and less likely to fray. Fulling is often undertaken in a fulling mill or with specific machinery designed for this purpose. The technique has been used for centuries and is key to many traditional textile practices.

Synonyms

finish, process, treat.

Examples of usage

  • They needed to fuller the wool to prepare it for weaving.
  • To fuller the fabric correctly, take care to maintain even moisture.
  • Once you fuller the cloth, it will be ready for dyeing.

Translations

Translations of the word "fuller" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น completador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‚เคฐเคพ เค•เคฐเคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vollender

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengisi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะฟะพะฒะฝัŽะฒะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wypeล‚niacz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒฉใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท complรฉteur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ completador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tamamlayฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™„๋ฃŒ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูƒู…ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ doplnฤ›k

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ doplnok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅกซๅ……ๅ‰‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dopolnilo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fullari

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ•แƒกแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tamamlayฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ completador

Etymology

The word 'fuller' derives from the Old English word 'fullian', which means 'to cleanse'. This root is connected to the process of fulling, or scouring fabrics to remove grease and dirt. The term evolved through Middle English as 'foulen' before reaching its modern form. The craft dates back to ancient times and was fundamental in textile production, particularly in places with a strong wool industry, such as the British Isles. Fulling was traditionally done using manual labor, but with the advent of the Industrial Revolution, machinery began to replace handcrafting, leading to increased efficiency in textile manufacturing. Despite technological advancements, the role of the fuller remains significant in textile history.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,707 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.