fillgap en · NOUN
Etymology
From fill + gap. Compare stopgap.
Meanings
- (figuratively, qualifier:literal, rare) That which fills a gap, or serves as a short-term temporary fix until something better comes along.
- (figuratively, qualifier:literal, rare) Speech or text that takes up time or space but conveys little to no meaning; fluff.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| fillgaps | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| fill-gap | alternative | lexicographic |