fat

[fæt]

fat Definition

• 1. a natural oily substance occurring in animal bodies, especially when deposited as a layer under the skin or around certain organs
• 2. an amount of excess flesh on a person's body
• 3. a type of solid or liquid substance made from animals or plants and used in cooking

Using fat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The fat on the steak was trimmed before cooking.

• Example

  She has gained a lot of fat since she stopped exercising.

• Example

  I prefer using olive oil instead of animal fat in my cooking.

fat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fat

• lard
• suet
• grease
• blubber
• adipose tissue

Antonyms for fat

• thin
• slim
• skinny

Phrases with fat

• burn the fat

  to lose weight by burning off excess fat through exercise or dieting

  Example

  He started running every day to burn the fat and get in shape.

• the fat is in the fire

  a situation has reached a critical point where something bad is likely to happen

  Example

  When the company announced the layoffs, the fat was in the fire and everyone was worried about their jobs.

• live off the fat of the land

  to live well without having to work hard or make much effort

  Example

  After winning the lottery, they were able to live off the fat of the land and enjoy life without financial worries.

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Summary: fat in Brief

The word 'fat' [fæt] has three main meanings. First, it refers to a natural oily substance found in animal bodies. Second, it describes an excess amount of flesh on a person's body. Third, it is a type of solid or liquid substance used in cooking. Examples include 'The fat on the steak was trimmed before cooking.' and 'I prefer using olive oil instead of animal fat in my cooking.' Phrases include 'burn the fat,' which means to lose weight, and 'live off the fat of the land,' which means to live well without working hard.