vetweefsel

Definitions of vetweefsel
  1. noun
    a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs
    synonyms: bakkersvet, bakvet, smeer, vet
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    types:
    kwab, kwabbe, lob
    loose or flaccid body fat
    buikje, corporatie, embonpoint, hangbuik, onderlichaam, onderlijf, onderstel, rechtspersoon, rijstbuik
    a protruding abdomen
    vetkussen, vetkussentje, vetkussentjes
    excess fat around the waistline
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