slimmer

American  

[slim-er] / ˈslɪm ər /

noun

British.

1. a person who is trying to lose weight, especially by dieting.

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Etymology

Origin of slimmer

slim + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The NHS recommends the jabs for people who are overweight with obesity-related health risks - not people who just want to get a bit slimmer.

From BBC

I find it a fairly bizarre idea that it's the government's responsibility to make people slimmer.

From BBC

“There are slimmer pickings, and I think a lot of the opportunities that were historically available are harder to come by,” he said, regarding funding.

From The Wall Street Journal

Even if businesses want to hire, the pickings are slimmer, especially in low-skill occupations at hotels and restaurants.

From MarketWatch

Even if businesses want to hire, the pickings are slimmer, especially in low-skill occupations at hotels and restaurants.

From MarketWatch