Chunky (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Like or containing small sticky lumps; "the dumplings were chunky pieces of uncooked dough".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The sauce was a chunky tomato-based concoction that complemented the pasta perfectly.
- After adding too much sugar, the frosting had a chunky texture that was difficult to spread.
- The cookie dough was a chunky mixture of peanut butter, oats, and chocolate chips.
- She didn't like the chunky peanut butter and always opted for the smooth variety instead.
- The ice cream had a chunky consistency, with big globs of fudge and nuts scattered throughout.
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Meaning 2
Short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature; "some people seem born to be square and chunky"; "a dumpy little dumpling of a woman"; "dachshunds are long lowset dogs with drooping ears"; "a little church with a squat tower"; "a squatty red smokestack"; "a stumpy ungainly figure".
Classification
All adjective clusters.