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Fan
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FAN
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Simple meaning
What does Fan mean?
An air-moving device or admirer.
Dictionary definition
A device that moves air; a person who likes something; or to wave air toward something.
Example sentences
Fan in a sentence
easy
The fan cooled the room.
medium
She is a fan of the team.
hard
Fan can mean a cooling device, a supporter, or the action of moving air.
Synonyms
Words like Fan
supporterA person who likes or supports someone or something.
airRelated word that supports the meaning of fan.
Antonyms
Opposite words
criticA person who points out faults or dislikes something.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to fan, depending on context.
Word family
Fan word family
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does fan mean?
Fan means an air-moving device or admirer.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fan?
Supporter is close in meaning to fan in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fan?
Critic contrasts with fan.
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