Spindly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Spindly is an adjective meaning Characteristic of a spindle; slender and of weak appearance.
Meaning
Characteristic of a spindle; slender and of weak appearance.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: twiggy
She has spindly legs.
Word Forms
- spindlier
- spindliest
Synonyms for spindly
Depending on context, synonyms include twiggy, lean, lank, thin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thin, lank, lean, spindling, spindlelike, spiny.
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