corpulence
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of corpulence
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Latin word corpulentia. See corpulent, -ence
Example Sentences
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Historically, corpulence was prized in some parts of sub-Saharan Africa.
From New York Times
His thick musculature having bloated into unhealthy corpulence, Maradona was hospitalized in Buenos Aires in April 2004 with what doctors described as a weakened heart and acute breathing problems.
From New York Times
His striking physical resemblance to his grandfather, channeling his clothing, gait and corpulence, secured his place as the latest iteration of the country’s preordained leadership.
From Los Angeles Times
Ben emptied one box that held ashtrays from Japan, four statues of Buddha in various postures and degrees of corpulence, six oriental silk screens, and two camel seats from Morocco.
From Literature
Did Moore really need to make his corpulence the object of ridicule?
From Los Angeles Times
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