Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spindling
Adjective
/ˈspɪnd.lɪŋ/
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Definition
Tall and thin in an unattractive or awkward way.
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Examples
- The spindling tree looked fragile against the strong wind.
- She had a spindling figure that seemed almost delicate.
- He noticed a spindling plant growing in the corner of the garden.
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Meaning
The term ‘spindling’ refers to something that has a slender or elongated shape, often implying a lack of robustness or sturdiness.
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Synonyms
- slender
- thin
- skinny
- scrawny