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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