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Word of the Day – Zaftig

By March 15, 2016Word of the Day

Zaftig (adj)

zaf-tig

(feminine) Having a full rounded figure, plump.

Chiefly North American and brand new to my ears today. From Yiddish saftig (juicy).

Example sentences

β€œShe still looked youthful but age had made her zaftig.”

“The zaftig lady who works in the shop.”

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