fan

Meanings

• 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
• strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)
• make (an emotion) fiercer
  • "fan hatred"
• agitate the air
• separate the chaff from by using air currents

Synonyms

buff, devotee, lover, rooter, sports fan, winnow