Words / A1

FAT/fæt/

Fat means with a large round body — the opposite of thin. A fat cat; too fat; a fat book (thick). At A1 describe animals and things more kindly than people in class. Not fit (healthy / the right size) — one letter different.

Meaning

With a large round body; not thin.

Examples

• “This cat is very fat.”
• “This cushion is fat and soft.”
• “The fat mouse ate all the cheese.”

Good to know

opposite of thin. Careful with people. Mix-up: fit. Later: fat in food.

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