Chunky Adjective - Definition, Pictures, Pronunciation And Usage Notes

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Definition of chunky adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

chunky adjective  /ˈtʃʌŋki/  /ˈtʃʌŋki/(comparative chunkier, superlative chunkiest) jump to other results

1. thick and heavy
   • a chunky gold bracelet
   • (British English) a chunky sweater

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2. having a short strong body
   • a squat chunky man
3. (of food) containing thick pieces
   • chunky marmalade
   Topics Cooking and eatingc1

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Nearby words

• chunk noun
• chunking noun
• chunky adjective
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