What is the meaning of fan?

noun

  • A device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces.
  • An enthusiastic devotee of sports.
  • An ardent follower and admirer.

verb

  • Strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher. )
  • Make (an emotion) fiercer.
    • usage: "fan hatred"
  • Agitate the air.
  • Separate the chaff from by using air currents.
    • usage: "She stood there winnowing chaff all day in the field"
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