Wiry Meaning
/ˈwaɪ(ə)ɹi/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjResembling wire.
adjThin, muscular and flexible.
Sentence Examples
Being a wiry person, he is thin but still looks strong.
Tom has a wiry, athletic physique.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The old man had a ____ build, with strong muscles and little fat.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He was a thin man with a ____ build, giving him the appearance of someone who was very and strong today.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English wire English -y English wiry From wire + -y.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The old man had a ____ build, with strong muscles and little fat.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He was a thin man with a ____ build, giving him the appearance of someone who was very and strong today.