Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pot-bellied
adjective
/ˈpɒtˌbɛl.id/
Definition
Having a round or protruding belly; resembling the shape of a pot, typically used to describe someone who is overweight.
Examples
- The pot-bellied man struggled to tie his shoes without taking a break.
- In cartoons, the pot-bellied pig is a common and humorous character.
- The pot-bellied stove in the corner added a rustic charm to the cabin.
Meaning
The term ‘pot-bellied’ is often used to refer to a person, usually a man, whose abdomen is noticeably round and bulging, often due to excess body fat.
Synonyms
- Bulging
- Paunchy
- Rotund
- Portly
