pudge

/pʌdʒ/ or /pʊdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a small amount of something, especially fat or flesh; a slight bulge or swelling

“He had a noticeable pudge around his waist from eating too much junk food.”

2. verb

to become or cause something to become plump or swollen

“Eating too many sweets will pudge out your waistline if you’re not careful.”

Synonyms

  • bulge
  • puff
  • swelling

Antonyms

  • shrink
  • wither