What does swannish mean?
Swannish means Characteristically like a swan; somewhat swanlike.
Swannish
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Characteristically like a swan; somewhat swanlike.
Example Sentences
Her neck was strangely long and swannish, and her skin dense with freckles that blurred the edges of her lips. She pushed the screen door open with the hammer. Charlie stepped into the room, which smelled of smoke and sardines.
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Antonyms for swannish
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Word Forms
- more swannish
- most swannish
Usage Notes
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Her neck was strangely long and swannish, and her skin dense with freckles that blurred the edges of her lips. She pushed the screen door open with the hammer. Charlie stepped into the room, which smelled of smoke and sardines.
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