gangling

/ˈgæŋglɪŋ/
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Definitions of gangling
  1. adjective
    tall and thin and having long slender limbs
    “a gangling teenager”
    synonyms: gangly, lanky, rangy
    tall
    great in vertical dimension; high in stature
  2. adjective
    tall and thin
    synonyms: gangly, lanky
    lean, thin
    lacking excess flesh
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