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Definition fill in in British English

fill in phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to add information such as your name or address in the empty spaces on an official document

Example

Please fill in your name and address in the space provided.

Example

I spent over two hours filling in the application form.

Example

Fill in the missing words.

Example

We know roughly how the system works, but Brian is here to fill in the blanks.

Synonyms and related words
address annotate backdate
Example

The canal is now disused and partly filled in.

3

to give someone details about something

Example

Did Sam fill you in about the new project?

Example

My secretary will fill you in on the details.

Synonyms and related words
tell deliver report
4

to do someone's job for them while they are away

Example

I'm filling in for the receptionist at the moment.

Synonyms and related words
join arrive enter
Definition fill in in British English