What does rangy mean?
Rangy means Slender and long of limb; lanky..
Rangy
/ˈɹeɪnd͡ʒi/ · adjective
Meaning
Slender and long of limb; lanky..
Definitions by Sense
- Slender and long of limb; lanky.
- Prone to roaming around.
- Having or permitting range or scope; roomy; commodious.
- (music) Requiring a large vocal range; having a great difference from the highest to the lowest notes.
Example Sentences
For an accountant, Robert had a rangy appearance.
Her African violets weren't getting enough sun and became rangy.
Janet Gwilherm, who was presently dwarfing the duty desk — she was tall and rangy, like a basketball player — whacked the intercom button and announced herself.
rangy cattle
The Star Spangled Banner has been criticized as too rangy for many people to sing along to comfortably.
Synonyms for rangy
Antonyms for rangy
Related Words
Word Forms
- rangier
- rangiest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for rangy?
Common synonyms include gangling, gangly, lanky, leggy.
What is the opposite of rangy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use rangy in a sentence?
For an accountant, Robert had a rangy appearance.
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