fleshy

adjective

ˈfle-shē 

fleshier; fleshiest

1

a

: marked by, consisting of, or resembling flesh

b

: marked by abundant flesh

especially : corpulent

2

a

: succulent, pulpy

the fleshy texture of a melon

b

: not thin, dry, or membranous

fleshy fungi

fleshiness noun

Synonyms of fleshy

• juicy

Examples of fleshy in a Sentence

the fleshy part of the thigh

the fleshy texture of the melon

a plant with fleshy leaves

Recent Examples on the Web

This graphic transformation involves the person emerging completely naked from a fleshy cocoon. —Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Feb. 2026

From thick, long spikes to pearls and rosettes, succulents are known for the plump, fleshy leaves that give them their unique look. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026

In the classroom, Green teaches students in his biology and environmental science classes the fundamentals of a mushroom, the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus. —Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026

From a distance, the ritual might seem mysterious—an impressionistic scene of fleshy, wading creatures at a watering hole. —Rick Jordan, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing fleshy

• fleshy fruit

Kids Definition

fleshy

adjective

ˈflesh-ē 

fleshier; fleshiest

1

a

: resembling or consisting of flesh

b

: plump entry 5, fat

2

: having or being soft juicy tissue : pulpy

fleshy fruits

fleshiness noun

Medical Definition

fleshy

adjective

ˈflesh-ē 

fleshier; fleshiest

: marked by abundant flesh

especially : corpulent