Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-skinny
adjective/adverb
/ðə ˈskɪni/
Definition
The essential or most important details about a situation or topic.
Examples
- Can you give me the skinny on what happened at the meeting?
- She always seems to know the skinny about the latest trends.
Meaning
Used informally to refer to information or gossip regarding a specific matter, often implying that the information is direct or insider knowledge.
Synonyms
- the lowdown
- the scoop
- the details
- the facts
