adipose tissue adipose tissue /ˈædɪpoʊs ˈtɪʃuː/

noun

1. A kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs  ( adipose tissue , fatty tissue , fat )
   a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs
    Fatty tissue protected them from the severe cold
   fatty tissue protected them from the severe cold