meatier; meatiest
1
a
: full of meat
b
: having the character of meat
2
: rich especially in matter for thought : substantial
actors looking for meaty roles
meatiness noun

Examples of meaty in a Sentence

a meaty hunk of fish The mushrooms have a meaty texture. an athlete with meaty forearms an actor auditioning for a meaty role The meatiest part of the book is the historical background it gives.
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Every bit of the cauliflower ends up deliciously seasoned, and its meaty yet tender texture is complemented by the crispness of the breadcrumb crust. Christopher Kimball, The Denver Post, 13 Mar. 2025 Still young but generous with roiling acidity that supports meaty flavors that include macarons, Dutch licorice, cherry tart and rum raisin. Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025 Often playing a supporting role to salty, sour, sweet, and bitter, umami, also known as the fifth taste, infuses dishes with savory, meaty flavor. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025 But hey, just get lost in the sauce and focus on life’s simple pleasures — like garlicky chimichurri, grilled meaty sandwiches, and the gift of being a New Yorker, where a reset for a bad day is just a MetroCard swipe away. Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for meaty

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1787, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of meaty was circa 1787

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“Meaty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meaty. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

meaty

adjective
meatier; meatiest
1
: full of meat : fleshy
2
: rich in matter for thought : substantial
a meaty book
meatiness noun

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