filling

Universal Words noun, adjective noun 1 [C] a small amount of metal or other material used to fill a hole in a tooth: I had to have two fillings at the dentist's today. * One of my fillings came out this morning. 2 [C,U] food put inside a sandwich, cake, pie, etc: a sponge cake with cream and jam filling * a wide range of sandwich fillings 3 [C,U] soft material used to fill cushions, PILLOWS, etc: synthetic fillings adjective (of food) making your stomach feel full: This cake is very filling. * The best way to start the day is with a big filling breakfast.