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fat-burning

|fat-burn-ing|

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/ˈfætˌbɜrnɪŋ/

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/ˈfætˌbɜːnɪŋ/

burning stored fat

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fat-burning' originates from the combination of 'fat' and 'burning', where 'fat' refers to the body's stored energy and 'burning' refers to the process of using energy.

Historical Evolution

'fat-burning' evolved from the concept of 'burning calories' and became a popular term in fitness and health.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the literal burning of fat, but now it is commonly used to describe exercises or diets that promote fat loss.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

referring to the process of burning fat in the body, often used in the context of exercise or metabolism.

The workout is designed to be a fat-burning routine.

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Last updated: 2025/05/24 12:55