https://thiccctionary.com/ A satirical daily dictionary of objects of unusual girth. Strictly things, never people. en-us Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:12:05 GMT Thiccctionary build pipeline https://thiccctionary.com/og-default.png https://thiccctionary.com/ https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-30.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-30.html Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A large cylindrical vessel designed to generate steam for the propulsion of a locomotive, notable for its substantial thermal expansion and formidable girth. industrialvehicle https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-29.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-29.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A structural pillar of disciplined stoutness, characterized by its fluted shaft and austere capital, often observed in ancient temples where its presence remains unchallenged. architectureconstructionlandscape https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-29-spider-widest-ship-pioneering-spirit.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-29-spider-widest-ship-pioneering-spirit.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Spider Hennessy on the Pioneering Spirit, Allseas' twin-hulled heavy-lift vessel and the world's largest ship by gross tonnage (403,342 GT), 382 m long and 123.75 m wide, the heaviest vehicle ever built, whose split hull carries an open slot it uses to straddle and lift entire offshore platforms in one piece. Ruling: Thiccc, and the cleanest case of girth-with-intention the desk has filed. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-28.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-28.html Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A World War II era armored vehicle distinguished by its robust girth and prominent turret, often admired from a respectful distance. vehicleindustrial https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-28-eli-heaviest-pumpkin-muggle.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-28-eli-heaviest-pumpkin-muggle.html Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Eli Hartwell on "Muggle," the heaviest pumpkin ever recorded, grown by twin brothers Ian and Stuart Paton of the UK and weighed at 1,278.8 kg (2,819 lb 4 oz) at the Wargrave Nursery Giant Vegetable Weigh-off on 6 October 2025, the same specimen that also holds the Guinness World Record for largest pumpkin by circumference at 649.8 cm (21 ft 3.8 in) of stem-to-blossom girth. Ruling: Thiccc, and entered as the far end of the ruler. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-27.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-27.html Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT An industrial workhorse known for its squat, formidable stance, designed to keep the lights on and the party going come what may. Esp. one viewed astern, in raking light. industrialconstructiontools https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-27-teddy-largest-penny-farthing.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-27-teddy-largest-penny-farthing.html Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Theodore Vance on "Big Bertha," the largest rideable penny-farthing ever built, unveiled at the City of London Nocturne on 13 June 2026, 282 cm tall to the handlebars with a 254 cm (100 in) front wheel, built by Dan Bolwell of Australia and ridden 100 m by Neil Laughton of the UK Penny Farthing Club. Ruling: Not Thiccc, and enshrined for precisely that reason. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-26.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-26.html Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A port-grade lifting machine built to hoist freight containers two and three high, distinguished by a cast counterweight so substantial the front forks read as a courtesy. industrialvehicletools https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-26-margie-widest-wildlife-crossing.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-26-margie-widest-wildlife-crossing.html Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Margaret Whitmore-Hessian on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing over the 101 freeway near Agoura Hills, the world's largest wildlife crossing, roughly 200 feet long and 165 feet wide, ~$114M, opening this fall 2026. Ruling: Thiccc, and ruled so from the top. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-24-bart-heaviest-asphalt-roller.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-24-bart-heaviest-asphalt-roller.html Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Bartholomew Whitmore on the Dynapac CC7000 VI, debuted at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 as the world's heaviest asphalt roller, ~15 tonnes operating weight, 1,400 mm drum. Ruling: Thiccc, on the drum and the drum alone. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-24.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-24.html Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bartholomew Whitmore, Senior Cataloguer, replies to a handful of letters. Vol. 5. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-23-hugh-patyegarang-tunnel-boring-machine.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-23-hugh-patyegarang-tunnel-boring-machine.html Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Hugh Drumm on Patyegarang, the largest tunnel boring machine in the southern hemisphere, 15.7 metres in diameter, 4,350 tonnes, assembled entirely underground and breaking ground under Sydney Harbour in June 2026 on the Western Harbour Tunnel project. Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-21-bertram-freedom-ship-floating-city.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-21-bertram-freedom-ship-floating-city.html Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Bertram Whitmore on The Freedom Ship, a proposed mile-long floating city of 2.3 million tons for ~80,000 people, conceived in the late 1990s by Norman Nixon and never built; revived in the press the first week of June 2026. Ruling: Not Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-20-eli-cheese-rolling-double-gloucester.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-20-eli-cheese-rolling-double-gloucester.html Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Eli Hartwell on The Double Gloucester wheel of the Coopers Hill Cheese-Rolling, run on the late-May bank holiday 2026 near Brockworth, Gloucestershire, a single round of cheese sent down a near-vertical hill and chased by a crowd that never catches it. Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-19.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-19.html Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A mechanical writing device from a bygone era, characterized by its sturdy, cast-iron frame and clack of proud keys, often repurposed today as atmospheric lighting fixtures. domestictoolsinstrument https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-18.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-18.html Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A bowed string instrument of substantial depth, whose lower bout presents a formidable expanse, especially when viewed from a raking angle in a concert hall setting. instrumentgirth https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-17.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-17.html Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A spiral-shaped sausage of culinary girth, characterized by its dense and continuous form, often presented in a manner that challenges conventional plate boundaries. girthculinarydomestic https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-17-constance-whale-shark-afuera.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-17-constance-whale-shark-afuera.html Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Constance Pribyl on The Afuera, the annual whale shark aggregation off Isla Mujeres, Mexico, where the world's largest fish gather by the hundreds; the 2026 season opened June 15. Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-17.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-17.html Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bartholomew Whitmore, Senior Cataloguer, replies to a handful of letters. Vol. 4. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-16.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-16.html Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A stringed instrument of formidable stature and considerable posterior beam, often anchoring jazz ensembles with its resonant low end. instrumentgirth https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-15.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-15.html Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A rectangular unit of precast concrete, primarily employed in the construction of load-bearing walls, characterized by its uncompromising heft and voids that suggest a robustness beyond the sum of its parts. industrialconstructionarchitecture https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-15-hugh-starship-biggest-rocket.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-15-hugh-starship-biggest-rocket.html Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Hugh Drumm on SpaceX Starship Version 3, the biggest and most powerful rocket yet flown, on its 12th test flight. Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-15-bart-azteca-three-world-cups.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-15-bart-azteca-three-world-cups.html Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Bartholomew Whitmore on Estadio Azteca, the only stadium to host three men's World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026). Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/from-the-boat-2026-06-15.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/from-the-boat-2026-06-15.html Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bertram Whitmore, Publisher, writes from the Margaret IV. Vol. 2. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-14.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-14.html Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A sweet, glorious torus filled with custard and topped with a glossy chocolate glaze, notable for its unapologetic girth. Particularly majestic when viewed astern, its posterior defies casual description. culinary https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-14-bertram-legend-of-the-seas.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-14-bertram-legend-of-the-seas.html Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Bertram Whitmore on Legend of the Seas (Royal Caribbean, third Icon-class megaship). Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-13.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-13.html Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A heating apparatus of substantial mass and poise, constructed from cast iron, designed for wood fuel consumption. Often found in settings with high aesthetic and thermal expectations. domestic https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-13-spider-world-cup-trophy.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-13-spider-world-cup-trophy.html Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Spider Hennessy on The FIFA World Cup trophy vs. the Adidas Trionda match ball, 2026 World Cup. Ruling: Thiccc (the trophy); Not Thiccc (the ball). article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-12.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-12.html Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A monumental ecclesiastical structure characterized by its unapologetically bulky concrete forms and stark geometric lines; typically possessing a cavernous interior that suggests a sanctuary for contemplation and echoes. architecture https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-11.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-11.html Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A burger configuration featuring three beef patties layered with cheese and condiments, renowned for its formidable verticality and gravitational pull on adjacent fries. culinary https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-11-teddy-worlds-largest-soccer-ball.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-11-teddy-worlds-largest-soccer-ball.html Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Theodore Vance on Massport's 45-foot soccer ball, East Boston (record attempt vs 38 ft 11.8 in, Doha 2013). Ruling: Thiccc (pending senior review). article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-10.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-10.html Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A steamship of significant breadth, particularly admired for its prodigious hull and formidable draft; often discussed in terms of its posterior, viewed astern, which defies casual description. vehiclemaritime https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-10.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-10.html Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bartholomew Whitmore, Senior Cataloguer, replies to a handful of letters. Vol. 3. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-09.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-09.html Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT An oversized percussion instrument, typically cylindrical, characterized by a generous drumhead diameter and substantial shell depth, producing resonant low frequencies that reverberate through parade routes. instrument https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-09-spider-fat-bear-week-chunk.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-09-spider-fat-bear-week-chunk.html Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Spider Hennessy on Fat Bear Week 2025 champion, Bear 32 "Chunk", Katmai National Park. Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-09-bertram-star-of-the-seas.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-09-bertram-star-of-the-seas.html Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Bertram Whitmore on Star of the Seas (Royal Caribbean, Icon-class). Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-09-bart-record-pumpkin.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/thiccc-beat-2026-06-09-bart-record-pumpkin.html Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccc Beat: Bartholomew Whitmore on 2,819 lb world-record pumpkin (Paton brothers, UK) + 2,346 lb US champion (Brandon Dawson). Ruling: Thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-07.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-07.html Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A grandiose musical apparatus housed in cathedrals, characterized by an imposing array of pipes that collectively form a soundscape of formidable depth, often viewed astern in raking light for full effect. instrument https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-06.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-06.html Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT An outdoor fixture of conspicuous girth, typically found along urban sidewalks, designed for high-volume water discharge in emergency situations; particularly striking when viewed astern, defying casual description. architecturegirthconstructiondomestic https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-05.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-05.html Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A spherical projectile of significant heft, historically employed by naval artillery, characterized by a stout and unyielding exterior. maritimeindustrial https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-03.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-03.html Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A formidable cable of considerable girth, typically employed to anchor ships securely to their berths, its sheer mass exudes a gravitational pull of its own. industrialmaritime https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-03.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-06-03.html Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bartholomew Whitmore, Senior Cataloguer, replies to a handful of letters. Vol. 2. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-02.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-02.html Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A long-haul aircraft renowned for its expansive width and fuselage curvature, especially when observed from behind in dramatic lighting. vehiclegirth https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-01.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-06-01.html Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A robust agricultural machine manufactured by John Deere, characterized by its substantial rear housing and impressive grain capacity, especially when viewed from behind in flattering sunlight. industrialvehicle https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-31.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-31.html Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A four-wheeled agricultural vehicle of moderate horsepower, built low and wide for orchard work, hobby farms, and the kind of unspecified yard task that a homeowner believes requires diesel. vehicleindustrial https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-30.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-30.html Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A semi-aquatic mammal whose substantial mass and low center of gravity render it a prime exemplar of thicccness in nature; especially when viewed astern, its posterior defies casual description. natural-specimensgirth https://thiccctionary.com/articles/from-the-boat-2026-05-30.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/from-the-boat-2026-05-30.html Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bertram Whitmore, Publisher, writes from the Margaret IV. Vol. 1. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-05-30.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/mailbag-2026-05-30.html Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Bartholomew Whitmore, Senior Cataloguer, replies to a handful of letters. Vol. 1. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-29.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-29.html Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A giant sequoia tree renowned for its extraordinary mass and height, particularly when viewed from ground level where the sky becomes a mere afterthought. producegirthlandscape https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-28.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-28.html Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A container vessel of formidable displacement, noted for its capacity to momentarily rearrange global trade routes. Specifically, a ship whose breadth challenges traditional canal dimensions. vehiclemaritime https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-27.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-27.html Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A security barrier of formidable rotundity, typically installed to guard the inner sanctum of financial institutions, esp. when viewed astern, in raking light. architecturegirthindustrial https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-26.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-26.html Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A spherical representation of Earth, often observed on library floors, notable for its substantial diameter and formidable heft, requiring a table of equally impressive foundation to remain stationary. domesticarchitecture https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-25.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-25.html Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A substantial rock formation, often resting incongruously upon a landscape, relocated by ancient glacial activity, notable for its commanding presence when viewed astern in natural light. architecturelandscape https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-24.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-24.html Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A stout, elongated component of maritime propulsion systems, noted for its formidable girth and rotational authority. Particularly evident when viewed astern, in raking light. industrialmaritime https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-23.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-23.html Sat, 23 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A dense, industrial-grade tool upon which metal is worked, characterized by its substantial mass and steadfast refusal to budge without considerable effort. Frequently sighted with a patina of history and dust, typically under raking light. industrialtools https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-22.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-22.html Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A towering agricultural structure characterized by its substantial cylindrical form and ability to outshine any pastoral landscape with its commanding presence. architectureconstruction https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-21.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-21.html Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A spherical weight of imposing mass, employed in the sport of strongman competitions, often requiring Herculean effort to lift and maneuver. Its surface is characteristically rough, resembling a cosmic boulder that defies trivial engagement. industrialtools https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-20.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-20.html Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A colossal slab of ice, characterized by its flat top and steep sides, often mistaken for a floating geological feature. Its mass and breadth defy casual navigation, esp. when viewed in stark contrast against the horizon. landscape https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-19.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-19.html Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A spherical weight of iron or steel, characterized by a single-looped handle, used in competitive sports for its standardized mass and satisfyingly stout profile. domesticgirth https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-18.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-18.html Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A botanical heavyweight of the brassica family, renowned for its deeply crinkled leaves and substantial presence in the garden; esp. one whose verdant layers suggest a rotational symmetry best admired in morning light. produce https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-17.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-17.html Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A substantial, resonant keyboard instrument, designed for symphonic performances, characterized by its elongated, curvaceous body that demands both reverence and a spacious venue. instrument https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-16.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-16.html Sat, 16 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A wind instrument of considerable girth, often described as a brass behemoth with a voluminous bell, especially when viewed astern in raking light. instrument https://thiccctionary.com/articles/the-case-for-functional-girth.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/the-case-for-functional-girth.html Sat, 16 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT The Thiccctionary editorial board argues that the highest order of thicccness is not decorative but load-bearing, girth as the engine of purpose itself. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-15.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-15.html Fri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A hefty apparatus in an electrical substation, distinguished by its imposing stature and multi-colored coils; esp. one viewed astern, where its girth suggests a surplus of voltage. girthindustrial https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-14.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-14.html Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A percussion instrument of imposing drum diameter, noted for its resonant shell and industrial-grade stoutness; esp. one observed in profile under stage lighting. instrument https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-13.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-13.html Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A robust off-road vehicle equipped with a hinged joint between the cab and the dump box, allowing for enhanced maneuverability on uneven terrain. industrialconstruction https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-11.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-11.html Mon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A watermelon of exceptional mass and rotundity, typically displayed with pride at county fairs and agricultural exhibitions. Its girth demands both admiration and logistical consideration. girthproducenatural-specimens https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-10.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-10.html Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A leviathan of earth-moving machinery, noteworthy for its massive revolving bucket wheel that shovels earth with an unhurried inevitability; esp. one observed from a distance, silhouetted against the horizon as an engineering colossus. industrial https://thiccctionary.com/articles/physics-of-thiccc.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/physics-of-thiccc.html Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Square-cube law, structural necessity, and the engineering logic behind why truly large objects look the way they do. A field guide to the geometry of girth. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/bagger-288-thicccest-machine.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/bagger-288-thicccest-machine.html Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT At 96 metres tall and 220 metres long, the Bagger 288 is the largest land vehicle ever built. A field report on what it means to be truly, structurally, irreversibly thiccc. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/foods-of-substance.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/foods-of-substance.html Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT From Parmigiano wheels to heritage tomatoes to Atlantic Giant pumpkins, when food's structural commitment becomes its identity. article https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-09.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-09.html Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A mature evergreen specimen (genus Picea) cultivated as a residential or municipal landscape feature; characteristically pyramidal, with branches sweeping low to the ground in a dense conical mass. producelandscape https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-08.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-08.html Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A concrete arch-gravity dam spanning the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, completed 1936; 726 feet from foundation to crest, 660 feet of base thickness tapering to 45 feet at the crown. architectureconstructionindustrial https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-07.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-07.html Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A marine leviathan whose girth and length transcend terrestrial metrics, often seen astern with a raking light that accentuates its oceanic immensity. natural-specimensgirth https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-06.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-06.html Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A cylindrical mass of aged cheese, notable for its robust curvature and dense, granular interior; often showcased in markets and delicatessens worldwide. culinary https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-05.html https://thiccctionary.com/entries/2026-05-05.html Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A cultivar of watermelon renowned for its celestial patterning of yellow spots and larger orbs set against a dark green rind, reminiscent of a night sky. producegirth https://thiccctionary.com/articles/anatomy-thiccc-vehicle.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/anatomy-thiccc-vehicle.html Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Five parts worth knowing: wheelbase, aft, dually, cargo bay, kin. A field guide to the parts of a thiccc vehicle. article https://thiccctionary.com/articles/concrete-material-study.html https://thiccctionary.com/articles/concrete-material-study.html Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT The material behind cement mixers, Brutalism, and Hoover Dam. 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