pyknic

[ pik-nik ]

adjective
  1. (of a physical type) having a fat, rounded build or body structure.: Compare asthenic (def. 2), athletic (def. 5).

noun
  1. a person of the pyknic type.

Origin of pyknic

1
1920–25; <Greek pykn(ós) thick + -ic

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British Dictionary definitions for pyknic

pyknic

/ (ˈpɪknɪk) /


adjective
  1. (of a physical type) characterized by a broad squat fleshy physique with a large chest and abdomen

Origin of pyknic

1
C20: from Greek puknos thick

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