Definition of Portly

1. Adjective. Euphemisms for 'fat'. "Men are portly and women are stout"

Exact synonyms: Stout
Similar to: Fat
Derivative terms: Stout, Stoutness

Definition of Portly

1. a. Having a dignified port or mien; of a noble appearance; imposing.

Definition of Portly

1. Adjective. (rare) Having a dignified bearing; handsome, imposing. (defdate from 15th c.) ¹

2. Adjective. Fat; overweight. (defdate from 15th c.) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Portly

1. rather heavy or fat [adj -LIER, -LIEST]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Portly

portions
portise
portises
portlandite
portlands
portlast
portlasts
portless
portlet
portlets
portlier
portliest
portlike
portliness
portlinesses
portly (current term)
portman
portmanteau
portmanteau-word
portmanteau film
portmanteau films
portmanteau word
portmanteau words
portmanteaus
portmanteaux
portmantle
portmantles
portmantua
portmantuas
portmen

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