stocky

[US]/ˈstɒki/
[UK]/ˈstɑːki/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. (of a person, animal, or plant) thickset and sturdy; short and thickset. Comparative: stockier, stockiest.

Example Sentences

of a breed of short-haired dog characterized by a large head, strong, square jaws with dewlaps, and a stocky body. It was originally bred for bullbaiting."

Any of a breed of short-haired dog characterized by a large head, strong, square jaws with dewlaps, and a stocky body. It was originally bred for bullbaiting.

He is a stocky man with broad shoulders.

The stocky wrestler easily lifted his opponent.

The stocky bulldog barked loudly at the strangers.

She has a stocky build but is very agile.

The stocky oak tree provided ample shade on hot days.

The stocky boxer delivered a powerful punch.

Despite his stocky appearance, he is quite fast on his feet.

The stocky bouncer at the club checked everyone's ID.

The stocky chef prepared a hearty meal for the guests.

The stocky police officer chased down the suspect on foot.

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