calorific

🇺🇸 /ˌkæləˈrɪfɪk/ 🇬🇧 /ˌkæləˈrɪfɪk/
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adjective
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having a lot of energy in food or fuel

The calorific content of the meal was high, making it a heavy choice for lunch.

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having many calories that can make you gain weight

Eating too many calorific snacks can lead to weight gain.

translation

adj. having a lot of energy in food or fuel; having many calories that can make you gain weight