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stringy

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for stringy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adjective — Made of, or resembling, thin string-like strands; tough and fibrous, especially of food.

Synonyms

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How to use stringy

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Etymology

From string plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “stringy” mean?

The word “stringy” means made of, or resembling, thin string-like strands; tough and fibrous, especially of food. In plain terms, full of fibrous strands, or (of a person) thin and sinewy.

How do you pronounce “stringy”?

“Stringy” is pronounced STRIH-ngee (/ˈstɹɪŋi/ in IPA).

How do you use “stringy” in a sentence?

Here is “stringy” used in a sentence: “The overcooked meat had turned stringy and hard to chew.”

What is another word for “stringy”?

Words with a similar meaning to “stringy” include fibrous and filamentous.

What part of speech is “stringy”?

“Stringy” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “stringy” have?

“Stringy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: made of, or resembling, thin string-like strands; tough and fibrous, especially of food.

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