blubber

/ˈblʌbɚ/

noun

  1. 1

    A fatty layer of adipose tissue found immediately beneath the epidermis.

  2. 2

    Fatty tissue.

  3. 3

    The thick coat of fat worn by many Arctic animals, such as sea lions, and Antarctic animals, such as penguins; used to insulate warmth in the animal's body.

  4. 4

    A bubble.

Synonyms

verb

  1. 1

    To make noises or broken words while crying.

  2. 2

    To swell or disfigure (the face) with weeping; to wet with tears.

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