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

Examples of fleshy in a Sentence

the fleshy part of the thigh the fleshy texture of the melon a plant with fleshy leaves
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Word History

First Known Use

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of fleshy was in the 14th century

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“Fleshy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fleshy. Accessed 9 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

fleshy

adjective
fleshier; fleshiest
1
a
: resembling or consisting of flesh
2
: having or being soft juicy tissue : pulpy
fleshy fruits
fleshiness noun

Medical Definition

fleshy

adjective
fleshier; fleshiest
: marked by abundant flesh
especially : corpulent

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