Word
meaty
US/ˈmiti/
UK/mˈiːti/
Definition
adj. describing something that contains a lot of meat or tastes like meat. It can also describe an idea or a book that has a lot of interesting and serious information to think about.
adj. containing or resembling meat in texture or flavour; figuratively describes content that is substantial, complex, or intellectually satisfying.
Examples
“The chef served a meaty stew with thick pieces of beef.”
“The professor gave a meaty lecture that provided enough research data for several weeks of study.”
“While the first chapter offers a light introduction, the second provides a meaty analysis of the economic factors that precipitated the crisis.”
Examples
simple
“The chef served a meaty stew with thick pieces of beef.”
contextual
“The professor gave a meaty lecture that provided enough research data for several weeks of study.”
complex
“While the first chapter offers a light introduction, the second provides a meaty analysis of the economic factors that precipitated the crisis.”
Usage
Often used figuratively to describe discussions, roles, or books that require significant effort to process.
Etymology
From meat + -y.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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