ganglier

/ˈɡæŋlaɪər/

Definitions

1. adjective

more or less gangling; having a loose or awkward gait

“The tall, ganglier teenager struggled to walk down the aisle without tripping.”

2. noun

a part of a ganglion, especially a nerve cell or its branching axon

“The scientist studied the ganglier neurons under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • gangling
  • lanky

Antonyms

  • compact
  • sturdy