Definition

A material or substance used to fill empty spaces in a structure or area, often for construction or development purposes.

Example

The architect decided to use brick as the infill for the building's walls.

Conversation

Have you seen the new apartment complex they're building downtown?

Yeah, I heard they're using a lot of infill to maximize the space.

That's a smart idea, especially in such a crowded area.

Definitely! It can really help with neighborhood growth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infill is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "fill" (from Old English "fyllan", meaning to make full). The word describes the act of filling something in or making it full from the inside.

Memory Tip

Think of putting something 'into' a space to 'fill' it up — that's what infill means.

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