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chubby

/ˈtʃʌbi/
adjectiveCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #12500 frequency
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  1. 1

    Plump and rounded, typically in a pleasant or endearing way.

    "The baby had adorable chubby cheeks."

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Derived from 'chub' (a short, thick fish), in use since the late 17th century to describe something plump or rounded.

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