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Heavyset Meaning in English

word

ˈhɛviˌsɛt
HEV-ee-set
ˈhɛviˌsɛt
HEV-ee-set

释义

Describes a person who is large, broad, and has a solid or thick body build.

用法与细微差别

"Heavyset" is a polite, somewhat formal word to describe body size without sounding rude. Often used in physical descriptions ('a heavyset man'). Considered more neutral than "fat", and less specific than "overweight". Used only for people, not objects.

例句

He is a heavyset man with broad shoulders.

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The heavyset woman smiled at us.

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My uncle is short and heavyset.

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The suspect was described as tall and heavyset.

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I'm looking for a jacket in a heavyset size.

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"You can't miss Tom—he's that heavyset guy by the door," she said.

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