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fuller - What does it mean?

Definition of 'fuller'

English

Etymology 1

From full.

Adjective

(head)
  • (full)
  • Etymology 2

    From (etyl) fullo .

    Noun

    (en-noun)
  • A person who fulls cloth.
  • Derived terms
    * fuller's earth * fuller's herb * fuller's thistle * fuller's weed

    Etymology 3

    origin.

    Noun

    (en-noun)
  • A convex, rounded or grooved tool, used by blacksmiths for shaping metal.
  • A groove made by such a tool (in the blade of a sword etc.).
  • Verb

    (en-verb)
  • To form a groove or channel in, by a fuller or set hammer.
  • to fuller a bayonet