Lankiness (Noun)
Meaning
A tall and thin physique.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- His lankiness made him a standout on the basketball court, where his long legs and arms allowed him to dunk with ease.
- The model's lankiness was accentuated by the loose-fitting clothes she wore on the catwalk, making her appear even more slender.
- Towering above his friends, his lankiness earned him the nickname "Giraffe" in high school.
- Despite his lankiness, the actor was able to convey a sense of agility and quickness in his performances.
- Her lankiness was balanced by a wiry strength that allowed her to excel in track and field events.