fatten

/ˈfætn/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something fatter, especially by eating more or by being given more food

“The farmer fattened the pig in preparation for market.”

2. verb

to increase or make something larger or more abundant

“The company fattened its profits by expanding into new markets.”

3. noun

the act of becoming or making something fatter

“The fattening process took several months.”

Synonyms

  • augment
  • enrich
  • plump

Antonyms

  • deplete
  • thin