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fatso

FAT-soh

Fatso (noun) means (offensive, informal) An insulting term for someone who is overweight. Example: “Kids can be cruel — some of them used to call him "fatso" at school.”

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(offensive, informal) An insulting term for someone who is overweight.
"Kids can be cruel — some of them used to call him "fatso" at school."

How to use fatso

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA rude nickname for someone considered overweight.

When to use it

Considered a schoolyard insult; avoid using it in polite or professional contexts.

Word forms

fatsos plural, fatsoes plural

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Etymology

From "fat" plus the informal suffix "-o".

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What does “fatso” mean?

The word “fatso” means (offensive, informal) An insulting term for someone who is overweight. In plain terms, a rude nickname for someone considered overweight.

How do you pronounce “fatso”?

“Fatso” is pronounced FAT-soh (/ˈfæ.t͡soʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “fatso” in a sentence?

Here is “fatso” used in a sentence: “Kids can be cruel — some of them used to call him "fatso" at school.”

What part of speech is “fatso”?

“Fatso” is a noun.

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