Long-shanked (Adjective)
Meaning
Having long legs.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The long-shanked bird waded through the shallow water with ease, its legs seemingly endless.
- Her long-shanked husband towered over her, his lanky frame making him appear even taller.
- The long-shanked runner sprinted down the track, her legs a blur as she devoured the distance.
- The flamingo's long-shanked legs allowed it to stand comfortably in the water, scanning for food.
- With his long-shanked legs, he was able to reach the top shelf without needing a stool.