Lean and Wiry

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Lean adjective - Having a noticeably small amount of body fat.

Usage example: all of the marathoners are extremely lean

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Wiry is a synonym for lean in bare topic. In some cases you can use "Wiry" instead an adjective "Lean", when it comes to topics like thin, slim.

Nearby Words: leaning, leaned, leanness, leant

Wiry adjective - Lean and sinewy.

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Lean is a synonym for wiry in thin and strong topic. You can use "Lean" instead an adjective "Wiry".

Ironic Nickname: Scott is nicknamed Slim by Wolverine possibly because he is slim built (especially during the old days when Scott was more lean and wiry in appearance; Scott became more muscular later on).

Source: Comicbook / Cyclops

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