Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

muffin-top

noun

ˈmʌfɪn tɒp

Definition

A term used to describe the overhanging fat that spills over the top of low-rise jeans or other tight-fitting pants.

Examples

After indulging in too many sweets, she noticed a muffin-top when she tried on her favorite jeans.
He bought a tailored suit to help avoid that muffin-top look.
Many people experience a muffin-top after weight gain or pregnancy.

Meaning

The phrase ‘muffin-top’ refers to the appearance of excess body fat that is visible above the waistband of clothing, resembling the way a muffin overflows from its cup.