full-bodied

adjective

full-bod·​ied ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd How to pronounce full-bodied (audio)
1
: having a large body
2
of a beverage : imparting to the palate the general impression of substantial weight and rich texture
3
: having importance, significance, or meaningfulness
full-bodied study of literature

Examples of full-bodied in a Sentence

after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee
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Perfect for a fashionista, the room still managed to have multiple mirrors (including a full-bodied one in the bathroom) throughout. Jasmine Browley, Essence, 1 Nov. 2024 In his review of the series, IndieWire’s Ben Travers pointed out that the the first four episodes stretched the welcome of a slow burn, that the stakes weren’t high enough and the energy lacking in what should have been a full-bodied villain adventure. Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 1 Nov. 2024 The Tequila is full-bodied on the palate, with an oily, viscous quality. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 If last year’s enthusiasm for alcopop-reds were suggestive of adrenaline, fireworks, danger, and rage, this season’s full-bodied evolution speaks more to elegance, class, occasion, and perhaps even indulgence. Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for full-bodied 

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of full-bodied was in 1588

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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-bodied. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

full-bodied

adjective
full-bod·​ied
-ˈbäd-ēd
: having a rich strong flavor
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