Clean-limbed
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkliːnˈlɪmd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Clean-limbed is an adjective meaning (dated) Having a slender, athletic body; lithe.
Meaning
(dated) Having a slender, athletic body; lithe.
Example Sentences
He was one of those clean-cut and clean-limbed men that young girls like to dream about—frank, honest, and with a keen sense of humor—for a man.
He was big and clean-limbed and sinewy, with small cunning eyes, a resolute mouth and chin, and an air of perfect fearlessness. Roldan warmed to him, and looked with admiration and envy at the muscles on his splendid limbs.
Synonyms for clean-limbed
Depending on context, synonyms include shapely.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shapely, lithesome, lean, limbersome, lissom, supple.
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