"ottermode" meaning in English

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Noun

Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-ottermode.wav
Etymology: From otter + mode, from a likening of the otter, a mammal adapted to aquatic environments, to competitive swimmers who maintain fit but lean physiques to reduce drag. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|otter|mode}} otter + mode Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} ottermode (uncountable)
  1. (slang, bodybuilding, often attributive) A lean and physically-fit physique with well-defined muscles. Tags: attributive, often, slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Body, Bodybuilding, Exercise
    Sense id: en-ottermode-en-noun-2CGtr7qi Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: bodybuilding, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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