defatted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈfætɪd/
KK: /dɪˈfætɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has had its fat removed, usually through a process involving solvents.
Example
The chef used defatted meat to make a healthier stew.
Conversation
Have you tried that defatted peanut butter everyone is talking about?
No, I haven't! Is it really that good?
Yeah, it's great if you're looking to cut down on fat.
Sounds interesting! I might give it a try next time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lean
trim
skinny
Antonyms
fatty
rich
greasy
verb
Definition
To remove fat from something, usually food or a substance.
Example
The chef defatted the meat before cooking it to make it healthier.
Tense Forms
Past: defatted
Past Participle: defatted
Conversation
I tried a new recipe for soup yesterday.
Oh really? What did you change about it?
I defatted the broth to make it healthier.
Root Explanation
Defatted → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "fat" (from Old French *fat*, meaning fat or grease) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word "defatted" means to remove fat from something, particularly in the context of food or substances.
Memory Tip
Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'fat' from something — that's what defatted means.
Visually Confused Words
dratted
deflate