adj
sinewy
Sinewy (adj) means Tough; having strong sinews.
adj
1
Tough; having strong sinews.
2
Having or showing nervous strength.
3
Possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful.
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Etymology
Inherited from Middle English synwy, synewy, synowy (“tendonous”); equivalent to sinew + -y.
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What is the meaning of sinewy?
"sinewy" (adj) means tough; having strong sinews.
What are the different meanings of sinewy?
"sinewy" has 3 main meanings: 1. Tough; having strong sinews; 2. Having or showing nervous strength; 3. Possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful.