Spindle-shanked
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Spindle-shanked is an adjective meaning (archaic, derogatory) Thin and lanky, with long legs.
Meaning
(archaic, derogatory) Thin and lanky, with long legs.
Synonyms for spindle-shanked
Depending on context, synonyms include spindle-legged, lean, thin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thin, lean, spindle-legged, spindly, spindling, small.
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