Fat

usgb/fæt/
adjective

Having a lot of extra flesh on the body.

He's getting fat because he never exercises.
Visual representation of "fat" - Having a lot of extra flesh on the body

Often appears as...

  • grow fat
  • look fat
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Neutral or Negative

Describing someone as 'fat' can be sensitive and often viewed as an insult.

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It's rude to call someone fat.
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Figurative Use

'Fat' can imply abundance or excess in non-physical contexts.

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The company cut the fat, reducing unnecessary expenses.
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