Definitions
n. a substance stored in bodies or used in cooking
脂肪；食用油脂
adj. having a large amount of body fat
肥胖的；肥的
Example
Let the soup cool, then remove the fat.
让汤凉下来，再撇去油脂。
Although the body needs some fat, excessive consumption can increase the risk of certain health problems.
虽然人体需要一定的脂肪，但摄入过多会增加某些健康问题的风险。
Collocations
- body fat
- saturated fat
- low in fat
Word family
- fatty (adj.)
- fatten (v.)
Usage tip
用fat形容人可能冒犯；谈健康宜用overweight。
FAQ
- What does fat mean?
- a substance stored in bodies or used in cooking having a large amount of body fat
- How is fat pronounced?
- UK /fæt/, US /fæt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
