full-bodied
adjective
full-bod·ied
ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd 
1
: having a large body
2
of a beverage
: imparting to the palate the general impression of substantial weight and rich texture
3
: having importance, significance, or meaningfulness
full-bodied study of literature
Examples of full-bodied in a Sentence
after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee
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After 12–24 hours in the fridge, the full-bodied cold brew is ready to drink with no traces of fatty acids or bitter oils.
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Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Aug. 2025
Many of them are made from white grape varieties, but one of our all-time favorites is Amarone, a full-bodied red with excellent texture, depth, and mouthfeel.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
According to the Other Mary, sound spacious and full-bodied.
—PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2025
This is a serious, full-bodied bourbon that has earned its place among bartenders and collectors alike.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Aug. 2025
Many of them are made from white grape varieties, but one of our all-time favorites is Amarone, a full-bodied red with excellent texture, depth, and mouthfeel.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
According to the Other Mary, sound spacious and full-bodied.
—PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2025
This is a serious, full-bodied bourbon that has earned its place among bartenders and collectors alike.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for full-bodied
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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-bodied. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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