# stocky

/ˈstɑki/ (US) · /stˈɒki/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/stocky
Updated: 2026-05-30

## Definition

having a strong, thick, and solid build. You use this to describe someone or something that is not tall but has a lot of muscle or weight.

For teachers: having a thick, solid, and muscular build; sturdy in appearance. Often used to describe physical stature or the robust construction of objects.

## Examples

- The boxer has a stocky build and a lot of power.
- The old oak table was stocky and heavy, built to last for generations in the family home.
- While his brother was tall and lanky, the younger sibling was stocky and broad-shouldered, giving him a more grounded and powerful presence on the field.

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