Antonyms for lanky


Grammar : Adj
Spell : lang-kee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈlæŋ ki


Definition of lanky

Origin :
  • 1630s, "straight and flat," used of hair, from lank + -y (2); sense of "awkwardly tall and thin" is first recorded 1818. Related: Lankiness.
  • adj tall and thin
Example sentences :
  • We fixed upon Pierce to personate the ghost because he was tall and lanky.
  • Extract from : « The Channings » by Mrs. Henry Wood
  • The lanky Sucatash looked at him askance, catching the note of sentiment.
  • Extract from : « Louisiana Lou » by William West Winter
  • At the sight of their visitor's lanky form the child's face brightened.
  • Extract from : « Shavings » by Joseph C. Lincoln
  • It's the name of that lanky old store-keeper who is always about the decks.
  • Extract from : « The Rescue » by Joseph Conrad
  • There was no struggle: the lanky figure showed no maniacal fury.
  • Extract from : « Astounding Stories of Super-Science, June, 1930 » by Various
  • "You should not say that about—about the lanky boy, Augustin," said she.
  • Extract from : « The King's Mirror » by Anthony Hope
  • He watched the lanky civilian as Lansing puffed jerkily on his cigar.
  • Extract from : « Criminal Negligence » by Jesse Francis McComas
  • Lanky and Skinny soon returned from accompanying the procession.
  • Extract from : « The Boy Scouts Book of Campfire Stories » by Various
  • But, behind the back of his lanky partner, he was whimpering softly.
  • Extract from : « Where the Souls of Men are Calling » by Credo Harris
  • And who is that lanky fellow you brought with you, who is leading on the horses after us?
  • Extract from : « The Lily of Leyden » by W.H.G. Kingston

Synonyms for lanky

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