portly
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈpɔːrtli/
Definition
Having a round, stout, or heavy body, usually used in a polite or slightly humorous way to describe an older person.
Examples
He was a portly man who always wore a perfectly tailored vest.
The portly chef laughed heartily as he sampled his own rich stew.
A portly figure stood by the fireplace, warming his hands.
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