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foiling

The correct spelling is foiling.

How to pronounce foiling

verb

IPA: /ˈfɔɪlɪŋ/

Say it like: Foy-lin-g

The correct spelling is foiling. To cover or wrap with foil. For example: "I was foiled by my superior"

Usage Examples

I was foiled by my superior

They foiled my plans.

to foil the scent in hunting

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cover or wrap with foil.
  2. 2.To prevent (something) from being accomplished.
  3. 3.To prevent (someone) from accomplishing something.
  4. 4.To blunt; to dull; to spoil.
  5. 5.To tread underfoot; to trample.

noun

  1. 1.The act by which something is foiled; prevention of success.
  2. 2.The track of game, such as deer, in the grass.
  3. 3.A foil.

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