Curvy besties, can “big back” come to the front?! No, I am not talking about a person, but the term. Today, we ask, “Is the slang big back fatphobic?” It has made its rounds on social media and in everyday conversations. But what exactly does it mean?
“Big back” is often used to describe someone consuming large quantities of food and is commonly used as a fat joke regardless of the person’s size.
While it’s unclear who coined the term, it has gained traction in online communities and memes. Whenever the term is used in a meme or social media clip, it’s of someone being greedy or pretending to be “fat” while also being greedy. But is the slang “big back” fatphobic?
Content Creators Speak Out About The Term “Big Back”
Many plus size individuals and content creators have started speaking out against the term, labeling it as fatphobic and offensive. They argue that “big back” is another way society tries to shame plus size bodies, reinforcing negative stereotypes and perpetuating body shaming. They also emphasize that phrases like “big back” perpetuate a culture where plus size individuals are constantly ridiculed and marginalized.
For instance, lifestyle content creator Alice (@alicennn) explains her…
