corpulency

noun

cor·pu·len·cy ˈkȯr-pyə-lən(t)-sē

plural corpulencies

: corpulence

her corpulency is such that she requires two seats on public conveyances

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of corpulency was in 1577

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“Corpulency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corpulency. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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corpulency

noun

cor·pu·len·cy -lən-sē

plural corpulencies

: corpulence

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