loose–jointed

adjective loose–joint·ed \ˈlüs-ˈjȯin-təd\

: able to move in a very free and relaxed way

Full Definition of LOOSE-JOINTED

: having joints apparently not closely articulated

: characterized by unusually free movements

— loose–joint·ed·ness noun

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1859

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