potbellied
Definition
Adjective: 1. Having a large, protruding belly: Describes a person or animal with a noticeable, rounded stomach that sticks out.
Usage
The adjective "potbellied" is used to describe the physical appearance of a person or creature, specifically focusing on the shape and size of the abdomen. It is often a neutral or descriptive term but can be considered impolite or offensive when used directly to describe a person. It is commonly used with nouns like man, pig, stove.
Examples
- The potbellied man enjoyed sitting on the porch in the evenings.
- We saw a group of potbellied pigs at the farm.
- In the corner of the old kitchen stood a black, potbellied stove.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative/Descriptive Use: Can be used to describe inanimate objects that have a rounded, bulging shape reminiscent of a large belly.
- The ship had a potbellied hull designed for stability.
Variants and Related Words
- Potbelly (noun): The large, protruding belly itself.
- He patted his potbelly after the large meal.
Synonyms
- Paunchy: Having a paunch (a protruding belly).
- Corpulent: (More formal) Having a large, bulky body.
- Rotund: (Often more polite or literary) Rounded in shape, plump.
Antonyms
- Slender
- Slim
- Flat-stomached
Adjective
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having a large belly
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