weight-loss

UK
/ˈweɪt lɒs/
US
/ˈweɪt lɔs/
weight-lossnoun
UK
/ˈweɪt lɒs/
US
/ˈweɪt lɔs/
Usually written as the open compound 'weight loss'; the hyphenated spelling is a lexical variant.
Translations
perte de poids
Her weight-loss was slow but steady during the treatment program.
Sa perte de poids a été lente mais régulière pendant le programme de traitement.
Definitions
the reduction of body weight, especially when it is intentional or happens as a result of illness, treatment, or lifestyle change
Her weight-loss was slow but steady during the treatment program.
Synonyms
fat loss
loss of weight
reduction in body weight
body weight loss
weight reduction
Antonyms
weight gain
weight increase
weight-lossadjective
Used attributively in compounds and modifiers, e.g. 'weight-loss surgery'.
Translations
amaigrissantS’emploie surtout pour des produits, régimes ou programmes destinés à faire perdre du poids.
The clinic offers a weight-loss program with nutritional guidance.
La clinique propose un programme amaigrissant avec un accompagnement nutritionnel.
Definitions
relating to weight loss or intended to help someone lose weight
The clinic offers a weight-loss program with nutritional guidance.