Meaning of the word fat in English

What does fat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fat

US /fæt/
UK /fæt/
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Noun

1.

a natural oily or greasy substance occurring in animal bodies, especially when deposited as a layer under the skin or around certain organs.

Example:
The chef trimmed the excess fat from the meat.
Eating too much fat can be unhealthy.

Adjective

1.

having a large amount of excess flesh.

Example:
He's trying to lose weight because he's a bit fat.
The cat grew very fat from eating too much.
Synonym:
2.

large in amount or size.

Example:
He received a fat bonus at the end of the year.
The book was a fat volume with many pages.
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