Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stringy
Adjective
/ˈstrɪŋ.i/
Definition
Having long, thin, and flexible strands or fibers.
Examples
- The chicken was overcooked and had a stringy texture.
- She tried to untangle the stringy yarn that had become knotted.
- He found the stringy tendrils of the plant creeping up the wall fascinating.
Meaning
The term ‘stringy’ often describes something that has the texture or appearance of strings, such as certain types of meat or vegetables. It can also refer to something that is tangled or difficult to manage.
Synonyms
- Fibrous
- Threadlike
- Tenuous
- Strandy
