Definitions for fan

Definitions for (noun) fan

Main entry: fan

Definition: a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces


Main entry: fan, buff, devotee, lover

Definition: an ardent follower and admirer


Main entry: sports fan, rooter, fan

Definition: an enthusiastic devotee of sports


Definitions for (verb) fan

Main entry: fan

Definition: make (an emotion) fiercer

Usage: fan hatred


Main entry: fan

Definition: strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)


Main entry: fan, winnow

Definition: separate the chaff from by using air currents

Usage: She stood there winnowing chaff all day in the field


Main entry: fan

Definition: agitate the air


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