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# on the heavy side

phrase (adjective phrase used after «be»: on the heavy side)

«on the heavy side» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

1. (euphemism, polite) fat or overweight.
2. (literal) rather heavy (of objects).

### In the lessons

People use it to mention weight politely without saying «fat». Polite register, all English-speaking countries.

### Examples

- He's a bit on the heavy side, but he's fast.
- This suitcase is on the heavy side.
- The doctor said I'm on the heavy side and should exercise more.
- The cat is on the heavy side — fewer treats!
- The rules are on the heavy side for a small club.
- Our cake was on the heavy side, a bit too dense.

### Note

It softens «fat». About objects it is literal. Plain words: fat, overweight, heavy.