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Definition of Big-boned
1. Adjective. Having a bone structure that is massive in contrast with the surrounding flesh.
Similar to: Robust
Definition of Big-boned
1. Adjective. (&lit .=:) Having large bones. ¹
2. Adjective. (humorous or euphemistic) Fat, obese. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Big-boned
Literary usage of Big-boned
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Monthly Review by Ralph Griffiths (1801)
"... of the clumsy, big boned, and flat-sided beasts preferred by retailers of
meat: but they are greatly superior in their meat, and in cheap feeding. ..."
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