Definition & Meaning of "sinewy"in English

sinewy

having a lean and muscular physique, characterized by strength and agility

stringy

wiry

Grammatical Information

Composition

Simple

qualitative

Superlative

sinewiest

Comparative

sinewier

gradable

domain

physique, strength, anatomy

Examples

The sinewy athlete sprinted effortlessly across the finish line, her muscles rippling with each stride.

(of food) containing tough, fibrous tissue that can be difficult to chew or break down

chewy

stringy

tough

unchewable

Examples

The roast was sinewy and hard to cut through with a knife.

composed of or resembling tendons

Examples

The animal's sinewy neck was visible beneath its fur.

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