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Dictionary Checker helps you quickly verify whether a word appears in the same local English word list used by our word tools.
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Meaning of fouls
noun
- A breach of the rules of a game, especially one involving inappropriate contact with an opposing player in order to gain an advantage; for example, tripping someone up in soccer, or contact of any kind in basketball.
- A (usually accidental) contact between a bowler and the lane before the bowler has released the ball.
- A foul ball, a ball which has been hit outside of the base lines. Example: Jones hit a foul up over the screen.
verb
- To make dirty. Example: She's fouled her diaper.
- To besmirch. Example: He's fouled his reputation.
- To clog or obstruct. Example: The hair has fouled the drain.
- To entangle. Example: The kelp has fouled the prop.
- To make contact with an opposing player in order to gain advantage. Example: Smith fouled him hard.
Source: Free Dictionary API.
What is a Dictionary Checker?
A dictionary checker verifies whether a typed word exists in a word list. It is useful for word games, puzzle checks, spelling checks, and quick vocabulary confirmation.
How It Works
The tool cleans the input, compares it against a local English word list, and then tries to load definitions from a free dictionary source when available.