onderlichaam

Definitions of onderlichaam
  1. noun
    the underpart of the body of certain vertebrates such as snakes or fish
    synonyms: balg, buik, buikje, maag, onderlijf, onderstel, pens
  2. noun
    a protruding abdomen
    synonyms: buikje, corporatie, embonpoint, hangbuik, onderlijf, onderstel, rechtspersoon, rijstbuik
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    type of:
    bakkersvet, bakvet, smeer, vet, vetweefsel
    a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs
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