Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blubber
noun / verb
/ˈblʌbər/
Definition
Blubber refers to the thick layer of fat found under the skin of marine mammals, such as whales and seals, which helps insulate against cold water.
Examples
- Whales have a significant amount of blubber that helps them survive in icy waters.
- After hearing the sad news, she began to blubber uncontrollably.
Meaning
In a more general sense, blubber can also mean to cry noisily or to weep in a way that is messy and uninhibited.
Synonyms
- Fat
- Grease
- Weep
- Cry
