Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
filler
noun
/ˈfɪl.ər/
Definition
A word or phrase used to fill space in speech or writing.
Examples
- In casual conversation, people often use ‘um’ and ‘like’ as fillers.
- She included several fillers in her essay to meet the word count requirement.
Meaning
Filler refers to elements that are added to speech or writing that do not add real meaning but serve to occupy time or space.
Synonyms
- placeholder
- stopgap
- interjection
- padding
