Definition
Definition of FAT - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
1.
acr: File Allocation TableTECH. system that helps organize computer filesTECH.
- The FAT helps the computer find files quickly.
2.
acr: Fatty Adipose TissueTECH. adipose tissue that stores energy in the bodyTECH.
- FAT helps store energy in the body.
Origin of FAT
Old English fætt (plump)
Terms with FAT included in their meaning
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cooking
liquid fat used in cooking or frying
medical
having little body fat or flesh
cooking
cook food in hot oil or fat
cooking
cooked in hot fat or oil
flavorful
containing a large amount of fat, spices, sugar, etc
very strong person
person or thing with only strong body and no fat
medical
fold of fat creating an extra chin
cooking
cook food without adding oil or fat
food
bread fried in oil or fat
cooking
animal fat used in cooking
cooking
fat from a pig used in cooking
kitchen staple
liquid fat pressed from olive fruit, used for cooking, cosmetics, remedies
baked item
baked food item made from flour and fat
body type
person with little body fat or muscle
medical
having less fat or flesh
dairy
milk with all its natural fat content
food
small cake made from flour and fat
food
strips of potato fried in deep fat
person
slim and strong, not fat
meat
having little fat
food
meat with no fat on it
health issue
medical condition with excessive body fat
thin body
having very little body fat
food or drink
having reduced fat or calories
Examples of FAT in a sentence
Engineers updated the FAT to improve efficiency. FAT is stored under the skin. Excess FAT can be used for energy.
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- French:FAT, tissu adipeux, ...
- German:FAT, Fettgewebe, ...
- Italian:FAT, TA, ...
- Spanish:FAT, TA, ...
- Portuguese:FAT, tecido adiposo, ...
- Chinese:FAT, 脂肪组织, ...
- Japanese:FAT, ...
- Arabic:جَدْوَل تَخْصِيص المَلَفَّات, النسيج الدهني, ...
- Hebrew:טַבְלַת הַקְצָאַת קְבָצִים, שׁוּמָן, ...
- Russian:FAT, жировая ткань, ...
- Ukrainian:ТФР, жирова тканина, ...
- Hindi:एफएटी, वसायुक्त एडिपोज़ ऊतक, ...
Definition of fat - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
body sizehaving a lot of excess flesh
- He was unusually fat for his age.
2.
foodcontaining a lot of animal or plant oils
- This steak is too fat for my taste.
3.
quantity or sizelarge in amount or size
- They received a fat bonus this year.
4.
landDated fertile or productiveDated
- The farmer owns a fat piece of land.
Noun
1.
cookingsolid or liquid substance used in cooking
- Butter is a common cooking fat.
2.
biologykind of body tissue storing energy
- Fat helps insulate the body's vital organs.
3.
medicalDated person who has much excess body weightDated
- He was often teased for being the fat of the group.
4.
qualityDated the best or richest part of somethingDated
- The fat of the land was theirs to enjoy.
Verb
1.
weight gainintr. become plump or fleshyintr.
- The pigs fat quickly on this feed.
2.
body shapetr. make someone or something plump or fleshytr.
- Rich cream sauces can fat a child quickly.
3.
sportsintr. TECH. US strike the ground before the ball in a poor golf shotintr. TECH. US
- He accidentally fatted the ball into the rough.
Images of fat
solid or liquid substance used in cooking
Expressions with fat
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rich person contributing to political campaigns
The fat cat donated millions to the senator's campaign.
very low likelihood of something happening
He thinks he'll win the lottery? Fat chance!
swollen lip from being hit or hurt
He got a fat lip during the game.
very small amount or nothing at all
He did a fat lot to help us.
content and satisfied, often complacent or privileged
After the promotion, he felt fat and happy.
become gradually fat over time
After college, he started to run to fat.
complete absence or failure of something
After all that effort, we got a big fat zero.
engage in casual conversation without specific purpose
We sat on the porch to chew the fat.
extremely overweight or large in size
After the holidays, I felt fat as a house.
extremely overweight or obese
After the holidays, I felt fat as a pig.
fat enhances taste
In culinary school, students learn that fat is flavor.
phrase used to say something is not useful or helpful
Fat lot of good that did us!
years when there is a lot of money or resources
During the fat years, the company expanded rapidly.
become rich or benefit greatly from something
They grow fat on the misery of others.
temporary fat in children during growth
She lost her puppy fat as she grew taller.
remove unnecessary parts or elements
The company needs to trim the fat from its budget.
fat from animals used in cooking or industry
Animal fat is used in soap and frying.
natural fat on a child's body that disappears with age
The toddler still has some baby fat on his cheeks.
amount of fat in a food product
The yogurt has a low fat content.
type of small, plump rodent often found in fields
The cat chased the fat mouse across the yard.
individual with a large body size
The artist painted a portrait of a fat person.
containing no fat
She prefers fat-free milk in her coffee.
very large or huge in size
He gave me a big fat hug.
fat stored in the human or animal body
Regular exercise helps in reducing body fat.
Origin of fat
Old English, fǣtt (plump)
Examples of fat in a sentence
She felt fat after the holiday feast. The fat sauce left a greasy residue on the plate. I prefer lean meat over fat cuts. He made a fat profit from the investment. The book was so fat it took weeks to read. They cultivated crops on the fat soil near the river.
The valley was known for its fat and lush fields. Chefs often use fat to enhance flavor. Olive oil is a healthier fat option. The doctor explained how fat stores energy. Fat is essential for maintaining body temperature. The fat in the group felt isolated at times. Being the fat, he faced many challenges. They lived off the fat of the business. He always saved the fat of the profits. The calves fat quickly on spring grass. He began to fat during his recovery. They fatted the calves for market. Too many desserts will fat him quickly. She fatted the ball, causing it to land short. The golfer fatted his shot, missing the green.
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- French:gros, matière grasse, ...
- German:dick, Fett, ...
- Italian:cicciotto, sostanza grassa, ...
- Spanish:obeso, grasa, ...
- Portuguese:obeso, gordura, ...
- Chinese:胖, 油脂, ...
- Japanese:太っている, 脂肪, ...
- Arabic:سَمِين, دُهْن, ...
- Hebrew:שָׁמֵן, שׁוּמַן בִּשּׁוּל, ...
- Russian:толстый, жир, ...
- Ukrainian:товстий, жир, ...
- Hindi:मोटा, वसा, ...
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