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obesity
nounfemininetechnicalvery common/ɔ.bɨ.zi.ˈða.dɨ/o·be·si·da·de
Definition
1A 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.”
Antonyms
Common combinations
morbid obesityobesity epidemicobesity ratesto fight obesity