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foil

Pronunciation: [fɔɪl]

Word

Learn how to use foil in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “material”

(noun) a thin sheet of metal, often aluminum, used for wrapping or covering food. You might use it in the kitchen to keep your leftovers fresh or to bake things.

Example

I wrapped my sandwich in foil to keep it from getting soggy.

Example

I forgot to use foil, so my food got cold quickly.

Example

Do we have any foil left for wrapping the chicken?

Context: “games”

(verb) to prevent someone from being successful in something. It's like when you play a game and stop your opponent from winning by blocking their moves.

Example

She managed to foil his plan to surprise everyone.

Example

His attempt to foil the project didn't work out at all.

Example

How did you foil their attempt to take over the game?

Context: “literature”

(noun) a character that contrasts with another character, usually the main one. This helps to highlight the qualities of the main character, like a shadow showing up a light.

Example

In the story, the brave knight is the foil to the cowardly squire.

Example

Without a good foil, the main character may seem less interesting.

Example

Who is the foil in this novel, and how do they compare to the hero?

How to pronounce foil

Pronunciation: [fɔɪl]

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