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Described as Amazonian - is this an insult?

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bigkahunaburger · 17/08/2024 15:39

So many times throughout my adult life I have had my figure being described as 'Amazonian' to my face. I never really understood what it meant, and it just happened again today. I actually asked the person this time what it meant, and they sort of fumbled about looked embarrassed and looked flustered and kept muttering things like, 'big' and 'strong presence'....and it all got a bit awkward. So I'm just curious - is this an insult? a compliment? Ive tried to google it and I'm none the wiser.

Does it mean I look overweight?

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LoneHydrangea · 17/08/2024 16:41

Tall, strong and athletic. A massive compliment imo.

Rymeswithpunt · 17/08/2024 16:40

In the context of our society which values 'femininity' in women, yes Id read it as insulting.
Should have given the bloke a smack.

bungaloid · 17/08/2024 16:40

Definition of Amazonian is the Dutch athlete Lieke Klaver.

mumedu · 17/08/2024 16:39

Strong, tall, solid, big with a noticeable presence. It doesn't mean fat.

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bigkahunaburger · 17/08/2024 16:35

WhatNext24 · 17/08/2024 16:31

Snap OP. I am 5'11', 30G, small waist but overweight hourglass with BMI around 26. I have had Amazonian quite a bit throughout my life but definitely meant as a compliment. It means tall and powerful I think; even if not actually strong and fit, you look like you could be iyswim. We are definitely not dainty, anyway...!

Ah I see! That makes sense. Looking powerful is good - Im going to try and embrace like you. x

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Hatty65 · 17/08/2024 16:31

You'd be called 'A strapping lass,' round our way, rather than Amazonian.

That's quite posh!

SilverBranchGoldenPears · 17/08/2024 16:31

It’s always a compliment!!!

Rejoice!

WhatNext24 · 17/08/2024 16:31

Snap OP. I am 5'11', 30G, small waist but overweight hourglass with BMI around 26. I have had Amazonian quite a bit throughout my life but definitely meant as a compliment. It means tall and powerful I think; even if not actually strong and fit, you look like you could be iyswim. We are definitely not dainty, anyway...!

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bigkahunaburger · 17/08/2024 16:29

BruFord · 17/08/2024 16:29

They only had one boob?! 😳

They cut one off so they could use their spears better. Pretty badass hey!

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BruFord · 17/08/2024 16:29

They only had one boob?! 😳

PolkaStripeShirt · 17/08/2024 16:28

Long legs

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bigkahunaburger · 17/08/2024 16:27

fuckingbastard · 17/08/2024 16:26

Amazonian had one boob off, used to ride horses and were scary as hell. Like Spartans. So that would mean athletical and very strong in character ? I would take that as a compliment.

I read that - its fascinating - but they were athletic and muscular. That is defo not me. Im super wobbly.

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Lovelysummerdays · 17/08/2024 16:27

I got called Amazonian a lot in my younger years. Was 5 11 and slim / athletic. It stopped after I had dc and was lardier. I’d say it’s a compliment generally.

fuckingbastard · 17/08/2024 16:26

Amazonian had one boob off, used to ride horses and were scary as hell. Like Spartans. So that would mean athletical and very strong in character ? I would take that as a compliment.

Devilsmommy · 17/08/2024 16:25

cupcaske123 · 17/08/2024 15:40

In my opinion an Amazonian is a female warrior. She would be tall, strong and muscular. I wouldn't find that insulting.

This has always been my take on it too. Definitely a compliment

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bigkahunaburger · 17/08/2024 16:25

PuppiesProzacProsecco · 17/08/2024 16:22

I've been called Amazonian too OP - I'm not especially tall (5'7"), and definitely veer towards fat (currently a size 14, just) but also have big boobs and a small (ish) waist.

I take it to mean sexy/curvy/look-like-I-could-break-your-neck-with-my-impressive-thighs. I'm definitely not athletic and never have been - though my pe teacher wanted me to throw discus for school 🙈 so maybe it's a shoulders thing too? Mine are fairly broad - thank god as I need them to hold my tatas up.

I think this is it! I definately look like I could break a man in my massive thighs or smother him with my norks lol. Im as weak as piss, extremely unfit, but Im 'sturdy' so I reckon thats it. Ugh.

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BruFord · 17/08/2024 16:24

I take it to mean sexy/curvy/look-like-I-could-break-your-neck-with-my-impressive-thighs.

@PuppiesProzacProsecco 🤣🤣. This describes my DD, she’s a runner and her legs are incredibly strong!

AtomHeartMotherOfGod · 17/08/2024 16:24

Amazons in Greek mythology were a race of female warriors. They cut off one tit, apparently, to be able to fight or shoot arrows better. In that mythology they were well known as being as fierce as male warriors and I think bested several, although I forget whom.

The queen of the Amazons that I remember most is Penthesilea.

Unless you've had a mastectomy and were talking to someone who enjoys the Classics, I would say it means you are toned, strong, tall, athletic, formidable. Wonder Woman is supposed to be an Amazon isn't she?

Straightouttachelmsford · 17/08/2024 16:23

I did a PT course (short, old and fat) and my partner for gym sessions is what I'd call Amazonian. 6ft and solid, I trotted around after her in total awe!

PuppiesProzacProsecco · 17/08/2024 16:22

I've been called Amazonian too OP - I'm not especially tall (5'7"), and definitely veer towards fat (currently a size 14, just) but also have big boobs and a small (ish) waist.

I take it to mean sexy/curvy/look-like-I-could-break-your-neck-with-my-impressive-thighs. I'm definitely not athletic and never have been - though my pe teacher wanted me to throw discus for school 🙈 so maybe it's a shoulders thing too? Mine are fairly broad - thank god as I need them to hold my tatas up.

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bigkahunaburger · 17/08/2024 16:20

blackrabbitwhiterabbit · 17/08/2024 16:16

I used to get called this- can't say I liked it, and I'm only 5'7 ffs.

Are you athletic looking?

I do get a bit tired of comments about my height/appearance. Like Im some sort of freak. I have actually always wanted to be the cute tiny type - like all my friends! I always feel like Hagrid compared to them when we are out.

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Quercus6 · 17/08/2024 16:20

SpicyMoth · 17/08/2024 15:57

Whenever I've seen it used it's a compliment, usually in relation to height.

I always get reminded of either Wonder Woman or a Futurama episode where there's a whole planet of strong, tall, women - though in Futurama they're portrayed in a much more jokey prehistoric way, which tbf isn't the norm for most people when they use the word OP in my experience so I wouldn't be worried!

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Butchyrestingface · 17/08/2024 16:17

@bigkahunaburger

It's because you're tall. I'd take it as a compliment. I'm a smurf so anyone over 5ft 5" looks 'Amazonian' to me.

At least you've never had to deal with the indignity of someone attempting to rest their beer glass on your head in a pub, with the immortal words:

"Sorry, I thought you were a table." 🙄

Bilbonne · 17/08/2024 16:16

I'm 5'10 and I wouldn't be offended by it but it is generally said by smaller people, it doesn't mean fat

blackrabbitwhiterabbit · 17/08/2024 16:16

I used to get called this- can't say I liked it, and I'm only 5'7 ffs.

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