The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word PAUNCHY
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does PAUNCHY mean?
PAUNCHY adjective- Having a paunch; having a prominent stomach; potbellied.