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Meaning of the word lanky in English

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lanky

US /ˈlæŋ.ki/
UK /ˈlæŋ.ki/
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Adjective

1.

tall, thin, and ungainly

Example:
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The lanky teenager tripped over his own feet.
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He had a lanky build, making him stand out in the crowd.
Synonym:
ganglygawkyspindlyrangyscrawny
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