# slimmer

/ˈsɫɪmɝ/ (US) · /slˈɪmɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/slimmer
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

having a smaller body size or a thinner shape than before. You use this to describe someone who has lost weight or something that is more narrow.

For teachers: having a reduced body size, weight, or physical bulk. Often used to describe a person who has lost weight or an object that is narrower in dimension.

## Examples

- He feels much slimmer after his new diet.
- The new model of the car is significantly slimmer than the previous version, making it easier to park in tight spaces.
- The athlete's performance improved dramatically once he adopted a slimmer frame, allowing for greater speed and agility on the track.

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