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obesity

nounfemininetechnicalvery common/ɔ.bɨ.zi.ˈða.dɨ/o·be·si·da·de

Definition

1

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation, posing a risk to health.

Usage examples

Childhood obesity rates have increased significantly.
Obesity is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes.

Common combinations

morbid obesityobesity epidemicobesity ratesto fight obesity