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wiry (wīr′ē)

adjective wirier wir′i·er, wiriest wir′i·est

  1. of wire
  2. like wire in shape and substance; stiff wiry hair
  3. lean, sinewy, and strong: said of persons and animals
  4. produced by or as if by a vibrating wire a wiry sound

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wiry Synonyms

wiry

modif.

springy, light, lean, agile, limber, supple, sinewy, strong, vibrant, strapping athletic, brawny, well-knit, energetic, muscular.


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wiry Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • coat: General Physical Description The Wirehaired Vizsla a medium sized, solid colored, active dog with a harsh, wiry coat.

Modifying Another Word

  • rather: The slender rather wiry plant has light grey-green narrow leaves.
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