mesomorph

noun

me·​so·​morph ˈme-zə-ˌmȯrf 

ˈmē-,

-sə-

: a mesomorphic body or person

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Ectomorphs typically do well with higher amounts of carbs in their diet, endomorphs do better with lower carbs and more protein and fat, while mesomorphs usually do well with a high protein diet. —Korin Miller, Glamour, 19 June 2017

However, Rumsey says most people fall into one of three body types—the ectomorph, the endomorph, and the mesomorph. —Korin Miller, Glamour, 19 June 2017

Word History

Etymology

mesoderm + -morph

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

mesomorph

noun

me·​so·​morph ˈmez-ə-ˌmȯrf  ˈmēz- 

ˈmēs-,

ˈmes-

: a mesomorphic body or person