weight-watcher

American

[weyt-woch-er] / ˈweɪtˌwɒtʃ ər /

noun

a person who is dieting to lose or maintain their weight.

weight watcher British

noun

a person who tries to lose weight, esp by dieting

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Other Word Forms

weight-watching adjective

Etymology

Origin of weight-watcher

An Americanism dating back to 1965–70

Example Sentences

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Just like a weight-watcher caught with a jam doughnut – it's best to have a convincing explanation ready.

From The Guardian

Public health advocates and policy experts said the proposal could undermine a hallmark of Mr. Bloomberg’s tenure: turning New York City into the weight-watcher capital of the world, replete with calorie counters and advertisements comparing soda to liquid fat.

From New York Times

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