Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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wiry | No | Yes | No | No |
lean | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
wiry (noun) | lean (noun) |
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the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical |
wiry (adjective) | lean (adjective) |
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of or relating to wire | lacking in mineral content or combustible material |
of hair that resembles wire in stiffness | lacking excess flesh |
lean and sinewy | not profitable or prosperous |
containing little excess |
wiry (verb) | lean (verb) |
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rely on for support | |
cause to lean or incline | |
to incline or bend from a vertical position | |
cause to lean to the side | |
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined |