blubbery

adjective

ˈblə-b(ə-)rē How to pronounce blubbery (audio)
Definition of blubberynext
as in plump
having an excess of body fat a gathering of blubbery walruses basked on the beach

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blubbery
  1. plump
  2. fat
  3. round
Adjective
  • Have lunch at the petite Picnic Real Food Bar, and don't worry if it's already run out of the plump and delicious pies (everything is worth trying).
    — Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Five trips later, this serum has left me with a plump, hydrated complexion that looks great even without makeup.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of plump
Adjective
  • Beta hydroxy acids like salicylic acid are fat soluble, cutting through oily follicles, and tend to suit oily or acne-prone skin.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Local outfitter Bikescape runs beginner-friendly Nordic ski tours on the trails within Banff National Park as well as electric fat-tire bike tours that include a backcountry lunch.
    — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of fat
Adjective
  • The Bettie Ballet Flats have a round toe like Hawn’s pair, plus a small bow that’ll peek out from under long pants or dresses.
    — Sarah Felbin, InStyle, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The Kansas City Chiefs improved their offense at Tuesday’s trade deadline, acquiring wide receiver Josh Downs from the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for two 2027 mid-round draft picks.
    — Pete Sweeney November 12, Kansas City Star, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of round
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