English Explanatory Dictionary

gangly

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Tall and thin, especially so as to cause physical awkwardness.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡæŋ.ɡli/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-gangly.wav

Word forms

gangly ganglier gangliest

Etymology

An American English alteration of gangling.

Synonyms

lanky

Related words

gangling

Derived words

gangliness gangly drink of water
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