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Meaning offoilin English

foil

us//foil//uk//fɔɪl//

Pluralfoils
Past Tensefoiled
Participle Verbfoiling
Third Person Singularfoils

Definitions

Noun
1. a character contrasting the main one; highlighting traits
2. something that contrasts to emphasize characteristics
3. a very thin metal sheet used; for wrapping
  The company uses foil to package their chocolate products.
4. thin metal for wrapping food
  The chef wrapped the leftovers in foil to keep them fresh.
5. a metal layer enhancing jewel appearance
  The diamond was mounted on a foil to enhance its sparkle.
6. a thin sword with a blunted tip
  The fencer expertly wielded her foil during the competition.
Verb
1. to cover or wrap with metal sheet; preserve
  The company will foil the food to maintain its freshness.
2. to prevent or thwart a plan; hinder progress
  The detective worked to foil the plot and bring the criminals to justice.
3. to thwart or hinder someone's plansโลย
  The police were able to foil the robbery by arriving at the scene quickly.

Compounds / Phrases

aluminium foil silver foil tin foil polyfoil jetfoil aluminum foil wrapping foil