Definition of Spindly
Spindly
spin·dly
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
tall, often disproportionately so, with the appearance of being overly long and thin, thus suggesting physical weakness;
e.g. Some teenagers appear spindly because they suddenly grow taller without gaining much weight.
(adjective)
appearing thin, frail, weak, and flimsy in structure or construction;
e.g. Whenever she placed anything on the spindly table, it shook as though it would collapse.
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