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English words starting with F

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foetus

n

An unborn or unhatched offspring of a mammal, in particular an unborn human more than eight weeks after conception.

[ˈfiːtəs]

fog

n

A thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface which obscures visibility.

[fɑːɡ]

fog-shrouded

adj

Covered or hidden by fog.

[ˈfɑːɡ ˌʃraʊdɪd]

fogey

n

an old-fashioned person who is resistant to change or new ideas.

[ˈfoʊɡi]

fogged

adj

(of a photograph, negative, or lens) covered with a foggy film; unclear or blurred.

[fɑːɡd]

foggy

adj

full of or accompanied by fog; hazy

[ˈfɑːɡi]

foghorn

n

a loud, deep horn used to warn ships of danger in foggy weather.

[ˈfɑːɡhɔːrn]

fogy

n

An old-fashioned person who is resistant to change or new ideas.

[ˈfoʊɡi]

foible

n

A minor weakness or eccentricity in a person's character.

[ˈfɔɪb(ə)l]

foil

v

to prevent something bad or someone's plan from succeeding.

[fɔɪl]

foil-covered

adj

covered with or wrapped in a thin, flexible sheet of metal.

[ˈfɔɪl ˌkʌvərd]

foil-lined

adj

having a thin layer of metal attached to the inside as a lining or covering

[ˈfɔɪl laɪnd]

foil-wrapped

adj

covered or enclosed in a thin, flexible sheet of metal.

[ˈfɔɪl ˌræpt]

foiled

adj

(of a plan or attempt) prevented from succeeding; thwarted

[fɔɪld]

foist

v

To force someone to accept something that is not wanted

[fɔɪst]

folate

n

A B vitamin, especially in the form of folic acid, that is essential for cell growth and reproduction.

[ˈfoʊleɪt]

fold

v

To bend something, especially paper or cloth, so that one part lies on top of another part.

[foʊld]

fold-down

adj

Designed to be folded or bent into a more compact position for storage or to save space.

[ˈfoʊld daʊn]

foldable

adj

Designed to be folded or capable of being folded without breaking.

[ˈfoʊldəbl̩]

folded

adj

Bent or laid over on itself.

[ˈfoʊldɪd]

folded-up

adj

Bent or doubled over on itself so that it becomes smaller or neater.

[ˈfoʊldɪd ʌp]

folder

n

A folded cover or holder for organizing loose papers.

[ˈfoʊldər]

folderol

n

Nonsense or foolish talk or ideas.

[ˈfoʊldərɑːl]

folding

adj

Designed to be folded or capable of being folded.

[ˈfoʊldɪŋ]

foliage

n

The leaves of a plant or tree, or masses of leaves.

[ˈfoʊliɪdʒ]

folic

adj

Relating to or derived from folic acid.

[ˈfoʊlɪk]

folie

n

a state of severe mental illness or madness; insanity.

[foʊˈliː]

folio

n

A single sheet of paper folded once to make two leaves (four pages) of a book.

[ˈfoʊlioʊ]

folk

n

People in general, especially those of a particular group or kind

[foʊk]

folk-art

n

Art originating from the traditional beliefs, customs, and culture of ordinary people in a particular region or community.

[ˈfoʊk ɑːrt]

folk-music

n

Traditional music that originates from and is passed down within a particular community or culture, often characterized by simple melodies and lyrics about everyday life.

[ˈfoʊk ˌmjuːzɪk]

folk-rock

n

a style of popular music that combines elements of folk music and rock music

[ˈfoʊk rɑːk]

folkie

n

A performer or enthusiast of folk music, especially one who adopts a casual, traditional style.

[ˈfoʊki]

folklore

n

The traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth.

[ˈfoʊk.lɔːr]

folkloric

adj

Relating to or characteristic of folklore; having the traditional quality of a folk tale or legend.

[ˈfoʊkˌlɔːrɪk]

folklorist

n

A person who studies and collects folklore, the traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of a community.

[ˈfoʊk.lɔːr.ɪst]

folkloristic

adj

Relating to or characteristic of folklore or its study.

[ˌfoʊkˈlɔːr.ɪst.ɪk]

folksinger

n

a person who sings folk songs, typically in a traditional style.

[ˈfoʊkˌsɪŋər]

folksong

n

A traditional song originating from and passed down among the common people of a country or region.

[ˈfoʊksɔːŋ]

folksy

adj

friendly, informal, and unpretentious in a way characteristic of ordinary people.

[ˈfoʊksi]

folktale

n

a traditional story passed down orally within a community, often involving mythical beings or explaining natural phenomena.

[ˈfoʊkˌteɪl]

folkways

n

The traditional behavior and customs of a particular community or group of people.

[ˈfoʊkweɪz]

folky

adj

Having the simple, unpolished, and sincere qualities associated with traditional folk music or culture.

[ˈfoʊki]

follicle

n

a small cavity or sac in the body, especially one from which a hair grows.

[ˈfɑːlɪk(ə)l]

follicular

adj

relating to, involving, or resembling a follicle or follicles.

[fəˈlɪkjələr]

folliculitis

n

inflammation of one or more hair follicles.

[fəˌlɪkjəˈlaɪtɪs]

follow

v

To go or come after or behind someone or something.

[ˈfɑːloʊ]

follow-on

n

something that follows or comes after something else, especially as a natural or planned consequence.

[ˈfɑːloʊ ɑːn]

follow-through

n

The continuation of an action or movement to its natural completion, especially in sports such as golf or tennis.

[ˈfɑːloʊ θruː]

follow-up

n

An action or thing that continues or completes a process that has already started.

[ˈfɑːloʊ ʌp]

follower

n

A person who supports and admires a particular person or set of ideas.

[ˈfɑːloʊər]

following

adj

Coming after or as a result of.

[ˈfɑːloʊɪŋ]

folly

n

A foolish act, idea, or practice; lack of good sense or judgment.

[ˈfɑːli]

foment

v

To encourage or stir up (undesirable or violent feelings or actions).

[foʊˈmɛnt]

fond

adj

Having an affection or liking for someone or something

[fɑːnd]

fondant

n

A thick, soft, sugary paste used for decorating cakes or making sweets.

[ˈfɑːndənt]

fondle

v

To handle or touch gently, lovingly, or erotically.

[ˈfɑːndl]

fondling

n

The act of touching or caressing someone or something in a loving or affectionate way.

[ˈfɑːndlɪŋ]

fondly

adv

In an affectionate or loving manner.

[ˈfɑːndli]

fondness

n

A feeling of liking or affection for someone or something.

[ˈfɑːndnəs]

fondue

n

a hot dish made of melted cheese and wine, into which small pieces of bread are dipped.

[fɑːnˈduː]

font

n

A set of type of a particular size and design.

[fɑːnt]

fontina

n

A pale yellow, semi-soft Italian cheese with a mild, nutty flavor, originally from the Valle d'Aosta region.

[fɑːnˈtiːnə]

foo

n

A placeholder name for an unspecified or generic item, especially in computing and programming.

[fuː]

food

n

Any substance that people or animals eat or drink, or that plants absorb, to maintain life and growth.

[fuːd]

food-grade

adj

Of a quality suitable for use with or consumption as food.

[ˈfuːd ɡreɪd]

food-handling

n

the process or manner of dealing with food, especially in terms of safety, hygiene, and preparation.

[ˈfuːdˌhændlɪŋ]

food-processing

n

The series of operations by which food is made ready for consumption, storage, or sale, such as canning, freezing, or packaging.

[ˈfuːd ˌprɑːsesɪŋ]

food-producing

adj

engaged in or relating to the production of food, especially on a large scale such as in agriculture.

[ˈfuːd prəˌduːsɪŋ]

food-related

adj

Connected with or involving food.

[ˈfud rɪˌleɪtɪd]

food-safety

n

The conditions and practices that preserve the quality of food to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses.

[ˈfuːd ˌseɪf.ti]

food-stamp

n

A government-issued coupon or electronic benefit card that can be exchanged for food.

[ˈfuːd stæmp]

food-storage

n

The act or process of keeping food for future use.

[ˈfuːd ˌstɔːrɪdʒ]

foodborne

adj

Caused by or carried by contaminated food

[ˈfuːdbɔːrn]

foodborne-illness

n

An illness caused by consuming contaminated food or drink.

[ˈfuːd.bɔːrn ˈɪl.nəs]

foodie

n

A person who is very interested in cooking and eating good food, especially one who enjoys trying new and high-quality dishes.

[ˈfuːdi]

foodstuff

n

A substance suitable for consumption as food, especially a basic agricultural commodity.

[ˈfuːdˌstʌf]

fool

n

a person who acts unwisely or imprudently; a silly person.

[fuːl]

foolhardiness

n

recklessly bold or rash behavior; a lack of good sense or caution.

[ˈfuːlˌhɑːr.di.nəs]

foolhardy

adj

Recklessly bold or rash; showing a foolish lack of caution.

[ˈfuːlˌhɑːr.di]

foolish

adj

lacking good sense or judgement; unwise

[ˈfuːlɪʃ]

foolishly

adv

in a way that shows a lack of good sense or judgment; unwisely

[ˈfuːlɪʃli]

foolishness

n

the quality or state of being foolish; lack of good sense or judgment.

[ˈfuːlɪʃnəs]

foolproof

adj

so simple, reliable, or well-designed that it cannot be misused or fail.

[ˈfuːlpruːf]

foolscap

n

a 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.

[ˈfuːlskæp]

foosball

n

a table game in which players use rows of small figures mounted on rotating rods to strike a ball into the opponent's goal.

[ˈfuːz.bɑːl]

foot

n

The lower extremity of the leg below the ankle, on which a person or animal stands or walks.

[fʊt]

foot-and-mouth

adj

Relating to or affected with foot-and-mouth disease.

[ˌfʊt ən ˈmaʊθ]

foot-deep

adj

Reaching up to the depth of one foot.

[ˈfʊt diːp]

foot-dragging

n

the action of delaying a decision or process by being slow or unwilling to act.

[ˈfʊt ˌdræɡ.ɪŋ]

foot-stomping

adj

(of music, dancing, or entertainment) lively, energetic, and exciting, often in a way that makes people want to stamp their feet.

[ˈfʊt ˌstɑːmpɪŋ]

foot-tall

adj

Being one foot in height.

[ˈfʊtˌtɔːl]

foot-thick

adj

Having a thickness of one foot.

[ˈfʊt θɪk]

foot-wide

adj

Having a width of one foot.

[ˈfʊtˌwaɪd]

footage

n

a length of film made for movies or television.

[ˈfʊtɪdʒ]

football

n

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to kick a round ball into a goal

[ˈfʊtbɔːl]

football-playing

adj

Engaged in playing football, especially as a regular activity or occupation.

[ˈfʊtbɔːlˌpleɪɪŋ]

footballer

n

a person who plays football, especially as a professional.

[ˈfʊtˌbɔːlər]

footboard

n

a vertical board at the end of a bed, against which the feet rest.

[ˈfʊtbɔːrd]

footbridge

n

a narrow bridge intended for pedestrians to cross on foot.

[ˈfʊtbrɪdʒ]

footed

adj

having a foot or feet of a specified kind or number

[ˈfʊtɪd]

footer

n

A 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.

[ˈfʊtər]

footfall

n

The sound of a footstep or footsteps.

[ˈfʊtˌfɔːl]

footgear

n

coverings worn on the feet, such as shoes, boots, or sandals.

[ˈfʊtˌɡɪr]

foothill

n

a low hill at the base of a mountain or mountain range.

[ˈfʊthɪl]

foothold

n

a place where you can safely put your foot when climbing

[ˈfʊt.hoʊld]

footing

n

a firm and secure position or foundation for the feet.

[ˈfʊtɪŋ]

footle

v

To act or talk in a foolish or trivial way.

[ˈfuːt(ə)l]

footlight

n

A row of lights along the front of a stage at the level of the actors' feet.

[ˈfʊtlaɪt]

footlocker

n

A 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.

[ˈfʊtˌlɑːkər]

footloose

adj

free to go or travel wherever you want because you have no responsibilities or commitments

[ˈfʊtluːs]

footman

n

a male servant in a house, especially one in uniform who answers the door and serves at table.

[ˈfʊtmən]

footnote

n

a note printed at the bottom of a page that gives extra information about something on the page.

[ˈfʊtnoʊt]

footpad

n

a highwayman or robber who operates on foot.

[ˈfʊtpæd]

footpath

n

A narrow path for people to walk along, especially in the countryside.

[ˈfʊtpæθ]

footplate

n

A metal plate on which a person stands, especially one forming the floor of the driver's cab in a locomotive.

[ˈfʊtpleɪt]

footprint

n

the mark left by a foot or shoe on a surface.

[ˈfʊtprɪnt]

footrace

n

a race run by people on foot; a running race.

[ˈfʊtˌreɪs]

footrest

n

A support for the feet, such as a low stool or a bar, especially one attached to a chair, vehicle, or piece of machinery.

[ˈfʊtˌrɛst]

footsie

n

The act of touching someone's feet lightly with one's own feet, especially under a table, as a playful or flirtatious gesture.

[ˈfʊtsi]
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