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fatkini en · NOUN

Pronunciation

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• /fætˈkiː.ni/

Etymology

Blend of fat + bikini.

Meanings

1. (slang) A two-piece swimsuit designed for an overweight woman; a plus-size bikini.
   • Gregg, a size 18, famously posted an image of herself in a striped “fatkini” last spring — deep cleavage, non-skinny legs and all. 2013 February 1, Jennifer Barger, “Curve Appeal”, in The Washington Post:
   • Gabi’s "fatkini" stories shed light on the misconceptions about women, body image, and swimwear. 2013 May 24, Olivia Fleming, “Fashion blogger's 'Fatkini' swimsuits sell out within hours to the disappointment of thousands of eager plus-size customers”, in Daily Mail:

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