Definition of fome
1. foam [ n ] a mass of small bubbles formed in or on a liquid
Used in print:(Jay C. Harris and John R. Van Wazer, "Detergent...)
Exclusive of esthetic values , such_as high - or low foam level , perfume content , etc. , the requirements for the organic active used in washing textiles are high .
Synonyms foam froth Related Terms bubble soapsuds spume shaving_foam lather white_water head2. foam [ v ] form bubbles
Examples:
"The boiling soup was frothing"
"The river was foaming"
"Sparkling water"
(Ralph J. Salisbury, "On the Old Santa Fe Trail...)
The beer foamed furiously .
Synonyms foam effervesce fizz sparkle froth Related Terms bubble lather seethe effervescence3. foam [ n ] a lightweight material in cellular form; made by introducing gas bubbles during manufacture
Used in print:(The Times-Picayune, [New Orleans]...)
For added comfort some of the Italian designed sandals have foam padded cushioning .
Synonyms foam Related Terms material foam_rubber Styrofoam4. foam [ v ] foam as if boiling
Examples:
"a seething liquid"
5. foam [ v ] make froth, become bubbly
Examples:
"The river foamed"
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