manboob
Chest fat accumulation
Manboob is slang for enlarged breast tissue on a man, whether from excess fat, hormonal conditions, or medical causes.
Usually plural: He's been hitting the gym to get rid of his manboobs.
The term is mildly mocking.
Also spelled man boob.
The clinical term is gynecomastia.
Male breast tissue growth
- pectoralisAnterior thoracic muscle
- chestRibcage region or strongbox
- moobsGynecomastia, colloquially
- breast tissueGlandular chest matter
nipple · areola · glandular · fatty tissue · chest fat · male breast · torso · pecs
Gynecomastia, colloquially
Self-conscious unease
- self-consciousnessUncomfortable awareness of oneself
- shamePainful awareness of failure
- insecurityUncertainty about oneself
- body imageFeelings about one's appearance
teasing · mockery · locker room · hiding · self-esteem · social anxiety · bullying
Excess body fat condition
- overweightExceeding healthy mass
- weight gainBody mass accumulation
- hormonal imbalanceIrregular glandular secretion levels
- estrogenFemale reproductive hormone
testosterone · puberty · aging · medication · steroids · liver disease · genetics · sedentary lifestyle
Invasive medical procedure
- liposuctionSurgical fat suctioning
- mastectomySurgical breast removal
- reductionMaking something smaller
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
hormone therapy · endocrinologist · plastic surgeon · excision · recovery · scarring · cosmetic procedure
Supine barbell lift
- push-upsBodyweight chest exercise
- incline pressAngled chest lift
- weight lossReduction in body mass
- cardioPulse-elevating exercise regimen
diet · bodybuilding · muscle tone · compression shirt · cutting · caloric deficit
gynecomastia
Male breast tissue growth
- pectoralisAnterior thoracic muscle
- chestRibcage region or strongbox
- moobsGynecomastia, colloquially
breast tissue · nipple · areola · glandular · fatty tissue · chest fat · male breast · torso · pecs · saggy
moobs
Gynecomastia, colloquially
jiggly · bouncy · flabby · soft · pudgy · chubby · doughy · plump
embarrassment
Self-conscious unease
- self-consciousnessUncomfortable awareness of oneself
- shamePainful awareness of failure
- insecurityUncertainty about oneself
body image · teasing · mockery · locker room · hiding · self-esteem · social anxiety · bullying
obesity
Excess body fat condition
- overweightExceeding healthy mass
- weight gainBody mass accumulation
- hormonal imbalanceIrregular glandular secretion levels
estrogen · testosterone · puberty · aging · medication · steroids · liver disease · genetics · sedentary lifestyle · alcohol
surgery
Invasive medical procedure
- liposuctionSurgical fat suctioning
- mastectomySurgical breast removal
- reductionMaking something smaller
consultation · hormone therapy · endocrinologist · plastic surgeon · excision · recovery · scarring · cosmetic procedure
bench press
Supine barbell lift
- push-upsBodyweight chest exercise
- incline pressAngled chest lift
- weight lossReduction in body mass
cardio · diet · bodybuilding · muscle tone · compression shirt · cutting · caloric deficit