Lanky and Sinewy

Lanky

Lanky adjective - Being tall, thin and usually loose-jointed.

Sinewy and lanky are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sinewy" instead an adjective "Lanky".

Nearby Word: lank

Sinewy

Sinewy adjective - Having muscles capable of exerting great physical force.

Lanky and sinewy are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lanky" instead an adjective "Sinewy".

Nearby Word: sinew
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