In Full

Pronunciation: /ɪn fʊl/

Definitions of in full

adverb to the greatest extent or degree; completely or entirely

Example Sentences

A1 Please write your name in full on the form.

A2 Make sure to fill out the entire form in full.

B1 The report must be submitted in full by the deadline.

B2 He read the contract in full before signing it.

C1 The novel was published in full, without any cuts.

C2 The document was presented in full detail during the meeting.

Examples of in full in a Sentence

formal Please make sure to pay the invoice in full by the due date.

informal Don't forget to settle the bill in full before leaving.

slang Make sure you cough up the cash in full or there will be consequences.

figurative He poured his heart out in full during the emotional speech.

Grammatical Forms of in full

• past tense: in full
• plural: in fulls
• comparative: more in full
• superlative: most in full
• present tense: in full
• future tense: will be in full
• perfect tense: has been in full
• continuous tense: is being in full
• singular: in full
• positive degree: in full
• infinitive: to be in full
• gerund: being in full
• participle: in fulling

Origin and Evolution of in full

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English and Middle English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'in full' originated from Old English and Middle English, where it was used to mean 'completely' or 'entirely'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'in full' has retained its original meaning of completeness, but has also come to be used in legal and financial contexts to indicate the full amount owed or paid.