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Paunchy

usgb/ˈpɔːntʃi/Volume
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Physical Attribute

Use 'paunchy' to describe someone's body shape, focusing on a large belly.

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The retired wrestler became a paunchy figure.
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Mildly Derogatory

'Paunchy' can be slightly insulting; use with caution to avoid offending someone.

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His paunchy appearance became the target of mild jokes at the reunion.
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Informal Context

Best used in casual conversation, 'paunchy' is not a term for formal descriptions.

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Mike's turning into a paunchy old man, isn't he?
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