hard gainer

Meanings

nounhard gainer (plural hard gainers)

plural hard gainers · alternative hardgainer

bodybuildingA person who has difficulty gaining weight through either diet or exercise.
Synonyms: ectomorph

nounA person who has difficulty gaining weight through either diet or exercise.

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