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polyfill.

A synthetic textile used for bulk or insulation, e.g., in stuffed animals or coats.

8 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A synthetic textile used for bulk or insulation, e.g., in stuffed animals or coats.

    uncountable
Where this word comes from

Blend of polyester + fill.

noun
  1. An algorithm to fill a polygon with a particular color.

    uncountable
Where this word comes from

Blend of polygon + fill.

noun
  1. A plugin that provides the functionality of newer browsers to older versions.

Where this word comes from

Named with reference to the spackling paste Polyfilla.

verb
  1. To create or apply a polyfill.

    intransitive · transitive
Where this word comes from

Named with reference to the spackling paste Polyfilla.

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