adjective
- relating to or denoting a body type characterized by a rounded shape, tendency to gain weight easily, and higher body fat percentage
- of or relating to endomorphism, a geological or mineralogical process in which external rock material is incorporated into magma
Usage: commonly used in fitness and nutrition contexts; part of Sheldon's somatotype classification system
Usage: technical; geology
Examples
- People with an endomorphic body type often find it easier to build muscle but harder to lose weight.
- Her endomorphic frame meant she had to work harder at cardio to maintain her fitness goals.
- The endomorphic process altered the composition of the magma chamber over time.
- Endomorphic individuals typically have a slower metabolism than ectomorphic types.
- He followed a specialized diet plan designed for his endomorphic body type.
- The endomorphic incorporation of xenoliths changed the chemical properties of the molten rock.