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Definition of squatty

squatty

/ˈskwɑː.ti/
squat · ty

Adverb:squattily
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squatty Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Short and thick or broad in stature or proportions; disproportionately wide and low to the ground.

Example

"The potter crafted a squatty ceramic jug that was virtually impossible to knock over on the table."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the adjective and noun 'squat' combined with the suffix '-y', tracing back to Old French 'esquasser' meaning to crush or flatten.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Squatty. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/squatty
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