English Explanatory Dictionary

chunky

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Having chunks.
  2. Fat.
  3. Of a cat: having a large, solid bodyline.
  4. Large.
noun
  1. Alternative form of chunkey (“Native American game”).

Pronunciation

/ˈt͡ʃʌŋki/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chunky.wav

Word forms

chunky chunkier more chunky chunkiest most chunky

Etymology

From chunk + -y.

Synonyms

portly rotund obese husky

Derived words

chunkily chunkiness chunky monkey
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