American English
/fɪl/
One syllable.
to put something into a container or empty space until it has the amount needed
Practice out loudto put something into a container or empty space until it has the amount needed
Fill the glass with water.
She filled the bag with clothes.
Fill is the action; full describes the result.
fill a tank
fill + object
fill + object + with + something
to write the requested information in a form or in empty spaces
Please fill out this application.
Fill in the missing word.
In American English, say fill out a form. Use fill in for a blank.
fill out a form
fill out + a form
fill in + a blank
to take an open job, position, or role, or to occupy a period of time
We need someone to fill this position.
Music filled the afternoon.
fill a position
fill + a position/role
fill + a period of time
to provide something that is missing or needed
The new bus fills a gap in local transport.
This course fills a need for basic computer skills.
fill a gap
fill + a gap + in + something
fill + a need + for + something
to complete a form by writing the requested information
Please fill out this form.
to do someone's work for a short time while they are away
Can you fill in for me tomorrow?
to make something completely full
Fill up the tank before you leave.