Basic Details
Word: Lanky
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Tall and thin, often in a way that looks awkward.
Synonyms: Lean, spindly, gangly
Antonyms: Stocky, stout, plump
Idioms and Phrases
- Lanky as a giraffe: Used to describe someone who is very tall and thin. Example: "He was lanky as a giraffe, towering over everyone at the party."
- Grow like a weed: To grow quickly and unexpectedly, often used for tall and thin people. Example: "She grew like a weed over the summer and now she's almost as tall as her mother."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The lanky boy stumbled as he ran to catch the ball, his long legs getting in the way.
Example 2: Despite being lanky, he was surprisingly good at basketball, shooting hoops with ease.
Example 3: The lanky dog had a funny way of moving, as if he were always tripping over his own legs.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "lanky" comes from an old Scottish word "lank," which means "thin"? It has been used to describe people for hundreds of years!
Famous Quote
"Being a lanky kid isn't all that bad; you always have a great view at concerts!" - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "lanky" mean?
a) Short and round
b) Tall and thin
c) Wide and flat
d) Strong and muscular
Answer: b) Tall and thin
2. Which of these is a synonym of "lanky"?
a) Stout
b) Lean
c) Chubby
d) Heavy
Answer: b) Lean
3. Which of these is an antonym of "lanky"?
a) Tall
b) Gangly
c) Stocky
d) Spindly
Answer: c) Stocky
4. Which sentence uses "lanky" correctly?
a) The lanky basketball player scored the winning point.
b) The lanky cat curled up on the sofa.
c) The lanky tree produces sweet fruit.
d) The lanky car sped down the road.
Answer: a) The lanky basketball player scored the winning point.
5. Which idiom describes someone who is very tall and thin?
a) Cold as ice
b) Lanky as a giraffe
c) As tough as nails
d) Busy as a bee
Answer: b) Lanky as a giraffe
