barrel-chested

[ bar-uhl-ches-tid ]

adjective

1. having a broad, prominent chest or thorax.

barrel-chested

adjective

1. having a large rounded chest

Word History and Origins

Origin of barrel-chested¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Barrel-chested and with a neatly trimmed goatee, Beyer is in his late 50s but looks younger.

From Salon

The barrel-chested, red-bearded Mr. McCourt appeared regularly on soap operas — notably “Ryan’s Hope,” on which he had a recurring role as a barkeep — and played bit parts in several films.

From New York Times

He was a small man, barrel-chested and sweaty.

From Slate

“He looked like a singer: big broad shoulders, barrel-chested, together with a very strong physique and a voice that matched.”

From Seattle Times

Bearded and barrel-chested, Abascal always wears suits while attending Parliament.

From Washington Times