Adipose and Lean

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Adipose adjective - Containing animal fat especially in unusual amounts.

Usage example: seals have a thick layer of adipose tissue, which acts as insulation against the cold and contributes to buoyancy as well

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Lean is an antonym for adipose.

Nearby Word: adiposity

Lean adjective - Having a noticeably small amount of body fat.

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Adipose is an antonym for lean.

Nearby Words: leaning, leaned, leanness, leant

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