battle of the bulge
noun
Simple meaning
An try to avert weight gain or obesity.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
batuhluhvthuhbuhljSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈbætəˈlʌvðəˈbʌldʒ
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a standard way of writing speech sounds.
Definition
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noun
humorous
An attempt to avert weight gain or obesity.
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This meaning: An attempt to avert weight gain or obesity.
Used this way, battle of the bulge is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. Keep it for friendly, informal settings.
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- Moderately common
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- Playful
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- Playful and informal
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