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gaunt

/ɡɔːnt/ adjective · British & US
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What does gaunt mean?

adjective

Having a thin and gaunt appearance, often due to illness or hunger. Extremely thin and emaciated.

Example

"The gaunt figure of the homeless man stood out in the crowd."

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