Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boniness
Noun
ˈbō-nē-nəs
Definition
The state of being bony, characterized by prominent bones or a lack of fat.
Examples
- Her boniness made her appear more delicate than she actually was.
- The animal’s boniness was a result of its prolonged illness.
- In the art piece, the boniness of the figure emphasized its fragility.
Meaning
Boniness refers to the thinness or gaunt appearance of a body, often highlighting the skeletal structure due to a lack of flesh or fat.
Synonyms
- Emaciation
- Leanness
- Thinness
- Gauntness
