low-set

• 形容人或物体矮小、位置低或贴近地面；常用来形容人身材矮胖、敦实。

Describes a person or object that is built or positioned close to the ground; often used to describe a person's stature as short and stocky.

1. Short and stockyB2formal

   Describes a person or animal that is short in stature and has a thick, heavy build, often with short legs and strong muscles.

   矮壮的

   • The bulldog is a low-set breed, known for its sturdy frame.
   • He was a low-set man, broad-shouldered and powerful.
   • The low-set pony was perfect for the small child to ride.

   同义词chunkydumpysquatsquattystockystubbythickset

   反义词ganglylankyleanslendertall

2. Lower than averageB2formal

   Positioned or situated at a height that is below the typical or average level.

   位置低的

   • The house had low-set windows that let in little light.
   • They chose a low-set table for the living room.
   • The low-set clouds indicated an approaching storm.

   同义词lowlow-lyingshortsquat

   反义词elevatedhighloftyraised