fan

noun
UK: /fæn/
US: /fæn/

  1. A machine that uses rotating blades to create a current of air for cooling or ventilation.

    1. I need a fan because I'm too hot. [ ] [ ]
    2. The electric fan provided a welcome breeze on the sweltering summer afternoon. [ ] [ ]

  2. A person who admires and supports someone or something, such as a celebrity, sports team, or type of music.

    1. I am a big fan of her. [ ] [ ]
    2. As a devoted fan of the team, he never missed a single game. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

supporter enthusiast blower ventilator
fan transitive-verb

  1. To increase the strength of a fire by blowing on it.

    1. Fan the flames to make fire. [ ] [ ]
    2. He used a piece of cardboard to fan the embers, trying to revive the dying campfire. [ ] [ ]

  2. To stir up or excite something, especially feelings or troubles.

    1. Don't fan the flames of anger. [ ] [ ]
    2. The media attention only served to fan the controversy surrounding the political decision. [ ] [ ]
fan intransitive-verb

  1. To spread out in the shape of a fan.

    1. The peacock's tail will fan. [ ] [ ]
    2. The playing cards fanned out across the table during the poker game. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "fan" in English means: A machine that uses rotating blades to create a current of air for cooling or ventilation., A person who admires and supports someone or something, such as a celebrity, sports team, or type of music..

The phonetic transcription of "fan" is /fæn/ in British English and /fæn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "fan": supporter, enthusiast, blower, ventilator.

Example usage of "fan": "I need a fan because I'm too hot.". More examples on the page.