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blubber

/ˈblʌbɚ/

noun

Meaning

  • A fatty layer of adipose tissue found immediately beneath the epidermis.

  • Fatty tissue.

  • The thick coat of fat worn by many Arctic animals, such as sea lions, and Antarctic animals, such as penguins; used to insulate warmth in the animal's body.

  • A bubble.

Synonyms

adipose tissue

verb

Meaning

  • To make noises or broken words while crying.

  • To swell or disfigure (the face) with weeping; to wet with tears.