Alphabetical word directory
English words starting with F
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foetus
nAn unborn or unhatched offspring of a mammal, in particular an unborn human more than eight weeks after conception.
fog
nA thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface which obscures visibility.
fog-shrouded
adjCovered or hidden by fog.
fogey
nan old-fashioned person who is resistant to change or new ideas.
fogged
adj(of a photograph, negative, or lens) covered with a foggy film; unclear or blurred.
foggy
adjfull of or accompanied by fog; hazy
foghorn
na loud, deep horn used to warn ships of danger in foggy weather.
fogy
nAn old-fashioned person who is resistant to change or new ideas.
foible
nA minor weakness or eccentricity in a person's character.
foil
vto prevent something bad or someone's plan from succeeding.
foil-covered
adjcovered with or wrapped in a thin, flexible sheet of metal.
foil-lined
adjhaving a thin layer of metal attached to the inside as a lining or covering
foil-wrapped
adjcovered or enclosed in a thin, flexible sheet of metal.
foiled
adj(of a plan or attempt) prevented from succeeding; thwarted
foist
vTo force someone to accept something that is not wanted
folate
nA B vitamin, especially in the form of folic acid, that is essential for cell growth and reproduction.
fold
vTo bend something, especially paper or cloth, so that one part lies on top of another part.
fold-down
adjDesigned to be folded or bent into a more compact position for storage or to save space.
foldable
adjDesigned to be folded or capable of being folded without breaking.
folded
adjBent or laid over on itself.
folded-up
adjBent or doubled over on itself so that it becomes smaller or neater.
folder
nA folded cover or holder for organizing loose papers.
folderol
nNonsense or foolish talk or ideas.
folding
adjDesigned to be folded or capable of being folded.
foliage
nThe leaves of a plant or tree, or masses of leaves.
folic
adjRelating to or derived from folic acid.
folie
na state of severe mental illness or madness; insanity.
folio
nA single sheet of paper folded once to make two leaves (four pages) of a book.
folk
nPeople in general, especially those of a particular group or kind
folk-art
nArt originating from the traditional beliefs, customs, and culture of ordinary people in a particular region or community.
folk-music
nTraditional music that originates from and is passed down within a particular community or culture, often characterized by simple melodies and lyrics about everyday life.
folk-rock
na style of popular music that combines elements of folk music and rock music
folkie
nA performer or enthusiast of folk music, especially one who adopts a casual, traditional style.
folklore
nThe traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth.
folkloric
adjRelating to or characteristic of folklore; having the traditional quality of a folk tale or legend.
folklorist
nA person who studies and collects folklore, the traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of a community.
folkloristic
adjRelating to or characteristic of folklore or its study.
folksinger
na person who sings folk songs, typically in a traditional style.
folksong
nA traditional song originating from and passed down among the common people of a country or region.
folksy
adjfriendly, informal, and unpretentious in a way characteristic of ordinary people.
folktale
na traditional story passed down orally within a community, often involving mythical beings or explaining natural phenomena.
folkways
nThe traditional behavior and customs of a particular community or group of people.
folky
adjHaving the simple, unpolished, and sincere qualities associated with traditional folk music or culture.
follicle
na small cavity or sac in the body, especially one from which a hair grows.
follicular
adjrelating to, involving, or resembling a follicle or follicles.
folliculitis
ninflammation of one or more hair follicles.
follow
vTo go or come after or behind someone or something.
follow-on
nsomething that follows or comes after something else, especially as a natural or planned consequence.
follow-through
nThe continuation of an action or movement to its natural completion, especially in sports such as golf or tennis.
follow-up
nAn action or thing that continues or completes a process that has already started.
follower
nA person who supports and admires a particular person or set of ideas.
following
adjComing after or as a result of.
folly
nA foolish act, idea, or practice; lack of good sense or judgment.
foment
vTo encourage or stir up (undesirable or violent feelings or actions).
fond
adjHaving an affection or liking for someone or something
fondant
nA thick, soft, sugary paste used for decorating cakes or making sweets.
fondle
vTo handle or touch gently, lovingly, or erotically.
fondling
nThe act of touching or caressing someone or something in a loving or affectionate way.
fondly
advIn an affectionate or loving manner.
fondness
nA feeling of liking or affection for someone or something.
fondue
na hot dish made of melted cheese and wine, into which small pieces of bread are dipped.
font
nA set of type of a particular size and design.
fontina
nA pale yellow, semi-soft Italian cheese with a mild, nutty flavor, originally from the Valle d'Aosta region.
foo
nA placeholder name for an unspecified or generic item, especially in computing and programming.
food
nAny substance that people or animals eat or drink, or that plants absorb, to maintain life and growth.
food-grade
adjOf a quality suitable for use with or consumption as food.
food-handling
nthe process or manner of dealing with food, especially in terms of safety, hygiene, and preparation.
food-processing
nThe series of operations by which food is made ready for consumption, storage, or sale, such as canning, freezing, or packaging.
food-producing
adjengaged in or relating to the production of food, especially on a large scale such as in agriculture.
food-related
adjConnected with or involving food.
food-safety
nThe conditions and practices that preserve the quality of food to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses.
food-stamp
nA government-issued coupon or electronic benefit card that can be exchanged for food.
food-storage
nThe act or process of keeping food for future use.
foodborne
adjCaused by or carried by contaminated food
foodborne-illness
nAn illness caused by consuming contaminated food or drink.
foodie
nA person who is very interested in cooking and eating good food, especially one who enjoys trying new and high-quality dishes.
foodstuff
nA substance suitable for consumption as food, especially a basic agricultural commodity.
fool
na person who acts unwisely or imprudently; a silly person.
foolhardiness
nrecklessly bold or rash behavior; a lack of good sense or caution.
foolhardy
adjRecklessly bold or rash; showing a foolish lack of caution.
foolish
adjlacking good sense or judgement; unwise
foolishly
advin a way that shows a lack of good sense or judgment; unwisely
foolishness
nthe quality or state of being foolish; lack of good sense or judgment.
foolproof
adjso simple, reliable, or well-designed that it cannot be misused or fail.
foolscap
na size of paper, about 330 x 200 (or 205) mm (13 x 8 inches), traditionally identified by a watermark of a fool's cap and bells.
foosball
na table game in which players use rows of small figures mounted on rotating rods to strike a ball into the opponent's goal.
foot
nThe lower extremity of the leg below the ankle, on which a person or animal stands or walks.
foot-and-mouth
adjRelating to or affected with foot-and-mouth disease.
foot-deep
adjReaching up to the depth of one foot.
foot-dragging
nthe action of delaying a decision or process by being slow or unwilling to act.
foot-stomping
adj(of music, dancing, or entertainment) lively, energetic, and exciting, often in a way that makes people want to stamp their feet.
foot-tall
adjBeing one foot in height.
foot-thick
adjHaving a thickness of one foot.
foot-wide
adjHaving a width of one foot.
footage
na length of film made for movies or television.
football
na game played by two teams of eleven players who try to kick a round ball into a goal
football-playing
adjEngaged in playing football, especially as a regular activity or occupation.
footballer
na person who plays football, especially as a professional.
footboard
na vertical board at the end of a bed, against which the feet rest.
footbridge
na narrow bridge intended for pedestrians to cross on foot.
footed
adjhaving a foot or feet of a specified kind or number
footer
nA piece of text, such as a page number or a copyright notice, that appears at the bottom of every page of a document or book.
footfall
nThe sound of a footstep or footsteps.
footgear
ncoverings worn on the feet, such as shoes, boots, or sandals.
foothill
na low hill at the base of a mountain or mountain range.
foothold
na place where you can safely put your foot when climbing
footing
na firm and secure position or foundation for the feet.
footle
vTo act or talk in a foolish or trivial way.
footlight
nA row of lights along the front of a stage at the level of the actors' feet.
footlocker
nA small, sturdy storage box, typically with a hinged lid, used by soldiers or others to store personal belongings, often placed at the foot of a bed.
footloose
adjfree to go or travel wherever you want because you have no responsibilities or commitments
footman
na male servant in a house, especially one in uniform who answers the door and serves at table.
footnote
na note printed at the bottom of a page that gives extra information about something on the page.
footpad
na highwayman or robber who operates on foot.
footpath
nA narrow path for people to walk along, especially in the countryside.
footplate
nA metal plate on which a person stands, especially one forming the floor of the driver's cab in a locomotive.
footprint
nthe mark left by a foot or shoe on a surface.
footrace
na race run by people on foot; a running race.
footrest
nA support for the feet, such as a low stool or a bar, especially one attached to a chair, vehicle, or piece of machinery.
footsie
nThe act of touching someone's feet lightly with one's own feet, especially under a table, as a playful or flirtatious gesture.