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wiry

/waɪraɪ/ adjective · British & US
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What does wiry mean?

adjective

Having a slender, wiry build; having a strong, thin, and flexible thread or fiber. Having a strong, thin, and flexible thread or fiber.

Example

"The wiry old man was still able to climb the mountain with ease."

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