What does lanky mean?
Lanky means (informal, derogatory) Tall, slim, and rather ungraceful or awkward..
Lanky
/ˈlæŋk.i/ · adjective
Meaning
(informal, derogatory) Tall, slim, and rather ungraceful or awkward..
Example Sentences
tall and lanky
awkwardly lanky
long, lanky frame
The lanky teenager towered over his classmates.
A lanky cat slinked across the alley.
Synonyms for lanky
Antonyms for lanky
Related Words
Word Forms
- lankier
- lankiest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lanky?
Common synonyms include gangly, lean, thin, rangy.
What is the opposite of lanky?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lanky in a sentence?
tall and lanky
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