Definition of Foil
Foil
foil
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to cause defeat or failure; to prevent something from progressing or happening;
e.g. She constantly foils my plans by anticipating and stopping them before they can even begin.
(noun)
something that serves to highlight or enhance the quality of something else through the contrasting nature of the two;
e.g. She acted as a foil for a city tour guide.
(noun)
a very thin sheet of metal;
e.g. I wrapped my sandwich in foil and packed it in my lunch bag.
(verb)
to cover with foil;
e.g. Foil the casserole dish and put it in the oven to bake.
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