lanky
1 of 1adjective/ˈlæŋki/
Forms:lankier,lankiest
1
(of a person) tall and thin in a way that is not graceful
C2- As he grew taller, his lanky limbs seemed to be out of proportion with the rest of his body.
- Despite his height, his lanky frame gave him an awkward appearance on the basketball court.
- She often felt self-conscious about her lanky figure, wishing she had a more athletic physique.
- The actor's lanky appearance and unique features made him stand out in auditions for unusual roles.
- The lanky teenager struggled to find clothes that fit well due to his long and slender build.