adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Having the shape of an apple, or in cross section, like the cross section of an apple, or somewhat suggestive of it; especially with regard to top-heavy apple varieties rather than thoroughly round ones.
2. 2
   Having the shape of an apple, or in cross section, like the cross section of an apple, or somewhat suggestive of it; especially with regard to top-heavy apple varieties rather than thoroughly round ones.; Having android fat distribution, not gynoid fat distribution.

   "pear-shaped obesity versus apple-shaped obesity"

Adjective

1. 1
   having the general shape of an apple wordnet

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android

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"pear-shaped obesity versus apple-shaped obesity"

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