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overweight

/ˌəʊvəˈweɪt/ · /ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/

CEFR level B1Topic HealthWord #2689 in the learning path

超重的

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Definitions

adj. heavier than is considered healthy, suitable, or officially allowed

超重的

Example

My suitcase was overweight, so I removed some books.

我的行李箱超重了,所以我拿出了一些书。

People who are overweight may benefit from accessible exercise facilities and practical advice on balanced diets.

体重超标的人可能受益于便利的健身设施和有关均衡饮食的实用建议。

Collocations

  • be slightly overweight
  • overweight luggage
  • become overweight

Word family

  • weight (n.)
  • weigh (v.)
  • underweight (adj.)

Antonyms

  • underweight

Usage tip

常作形容词;obese指肥胖,程度更重。

FAQ

What does overweight mean?
heavier than is considered healthy, suitable, or officially allowed
How is overweight pronounced?
UK /ˌəʊvəˈweɪt/, US /ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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