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spindly

adjective spin·dly \ˈspin(d)-lē, ˈspin-d^əl-ē\

: long and thin and usually weak

spin·dli·erspin·dli·est

Full Definition of SPINDLY

: of a disproportionately tall or long and thin appearance that often suggests physical weakness <spindly legs>

: frail or flimsy in appearance or structure <a spindly tower>

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SPINDLY Defined for Kids

adjective spin·dly \ˈspind-lē\

: being thin and long or tall and usually feeble or weak <spindly legs> <a spindly plant>

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