lanky

/ˈlæŋki/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a slender or gangly build, especially in a way that is awkward or uncoordinated.

“The lanky teenager struggled to find clothes that fit him properly.”

2. noun

A person with a slender or gangly build.

“He’s a bit of a lanky guy, always tripping over his own feet.”

Synonyms

  • gangly
  • lame
  • spindly

Antonyms

  • stocky
  • sturdy