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Definition & Meaning of "stringy"in English

stringy
01

having a slender shape, often used to describe someone who is thin and wiry 

stringy definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
stringiest
Comparative
stringier
gradable
Examples
The marathon runner's stringy arms and legs were evidence of his intense training regimen. 
02

(of food) having tough strands that are hard to chew 

stringy definition and meaning
Examples
The chicken was overcooked and became stringy. 
03

(of hair) consisting of long and thin strands 

Examples
Despite her efforts to style it, her stringy hair refused to hold any volume or shape. 
04

forming viscous or glutinous threads 

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