full-bodied
adjective
full-bod·ied
ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd 
1
: having a large body
2
of a beverage
: imparting to the palate the general impression of substantial weight and rich texture
3
: having importance, significance, or meaningfulness
full-bodied study of literature
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after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee
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This wine is full-bodied and robust, with firm tannins, a velvety texture, and a brisk acidity.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
This full-bodied pasta dish will set you up for success in just 25 minutes.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
The brandy features spice, oak, dark chocolate, and a complex, full-bodied finish.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Currently, the bag comes in three sizes and various earth tones of inky green, chalk white, and full-bodied reds.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2025
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
This full-bodied pasta dish will set you up for success in just 25 minutes.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
The brandy features spice, oak, dark chocolate, and a complex, full-bodied finish.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Currently, the bag comes in three sizes and various earth tones of inky green, chalk white, and full-bodied reds.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2025
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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-bodied. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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