pudgy
[ˈpʌdʒi]
A pudgy person is someone who has a bit too much body fat around their middle. They might have a soft and rounded appearance.
When we talk about someone being pudgy, it's usually because they've put on some extra weight, but not necessarily because they're very overweight. It's like saying they're comfortable-looking or having a few extra curves. You might hear friends jokingly call each other pudgy after sharing a big meal together. Or you could see in a movie where an actor plays a character who is supposed to be a bit lazy and has that relaxed, soft appearance.
How common is "pudgy"?
Word pudgy is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
adjective
Fat, overweight (pertaining particularly to children), plump; chubby.
Example: The pudgy child had a difficult time running the mile.
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