Definition

A feature in software that automatically fills in information in forms or documents without needing the user to type everything out.

Example

The autofill feature saved me time by completing my address in the online form.

Conversation

Have you ever used the autofill feature on your browser?

Yeah, it saves me so much time when filling out forms.

I just discovered it last week, and it's a game changer!

Right? I don't know how I managed without autofill before.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Autofill is formed from "auto-" (from Greek "autos", meaning self) and "fill" (from Old English "fyllan", meaning to make full). The word describes a feature that automatically fills in information by itself.

Memory Tip

Think of 'self' ('auto-') doing the action of 'filling' — that's why autofill means to fill in information automatically.

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