Pronunciation: /fæt/

Definitions of fat

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

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like to eat too much fat in my diet.

A2 She has been trying to lose weight by cutting out fats from her meals.

B1 The doctor advised him to reduce his intake of saturated fats.

B2 A diet high in unhealthy fats can lead to various health problems.

C1 Nutritionists recommend consuming healthy fats like avocado and nuts.

C2 The chef used duck fat to add flavor to the dish.

adjective having a lot of excess flesh or weight; plump; obese

Example Sentences

A1 She has a fat cat.

A2 The burger was too fat for my liking.

B1 He was advised to cut down on his fat intake.

B2 The fat content in this dish is quite high.

C1 The doctor recommended a low-fat diet for better health.

C2 The fat deposits in his arteries were causing serious health issues.

Examples of fat in a Sentence

formal Obesity is a medical condition characterized by an excessive amount of body fat.

informal I need to cut down on the junk food, I'm getting too fat.

slang She called him a 'fatso' behind his back.

figurative The budget deficit is so large, it's like carrying around a fat burden.

Grammatical Forms of fat

past tense

fatted

plural

fats

comparative

fatter

superlative

fattest

present tense

fat

future tense

will be fat

perfect tense

have been fat

continuous tense

being fat

singular

fat

positive degree

fat

infinitive

to fat

gerund

fattening

participle

fattened

Origin and Evolution of fat

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'fat' originated from the Old English word 'fǣt' which meant 'rich, abundant'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'fat' evolved to primarily refer to excess body weight or adipose tissue.