Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bellied
Adjective
/ˈbɛlaɪd/
Definition
Having a belly or being distended at the belly.
Examples
- The bellied ship swayed gently in the harbor.
- His bellied laughter filled the room, bringing everyone joy.
- She wore a bellied dress that comfortably nestled against her curves.
Meaning
The term ‘bellied’ describes something that has a bulging appearance or is characterized by a protruding belly, often used in a figurative sense to suggest something that is full or exaggerated.
Synonyms
- Bulging
- Paunchy
- Potbellied
- Distended
