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Corpulent (adj) means having a large, heavy body; fat.

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1
Having a large, heavy body; fat.
2
Relating to physical matter rather than the mind or spirit.
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Etymology

It came into English as Middle English corpulent, from Old French corpulent, from Latin corpulentus.

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What is the meaning of corpulent?
"corpulent" (adj) means having a large, heavy body; fat.
What is another word for corpulent?
Other words for "corpulent" include rotund, weighty, obese.
What is the opposite of corpulent?
Opposites of "corpulent" include thin, gaunt, lean, slight.
What are the different meanings of corpulent?
"corpulent" has 2 main meanings: 1. Having a large, heavy body; fat; 2. Relating to physical matter rather than the mind or spirit.

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