Also means
to fulfill, to carry out
Usage Note
Remplir takes a direct object: remplir un verre (fill a glass), remplir un formulaire (fill out a form). The second sense, 'to fulfill,' applies to roles or missions: remplir une mission. Its past participle rempli also works as an adjective meaning 'full' or 'packed.'
Examples
"Il remplit son verre d'eau."
Natural Translation
He fills his glass with water.
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